Demarres Cushing Retractor – 8 to 18 mm | 14 cm (5½”) | 1:3 | Full Width Range | Ophthalmic & Surgical Retractor
Features and Description:
Demarres Cushing Retractor | 8 mm – 18 mm Blade Width | 14 cm (5½”) | 1:3 Ratio
Combining the precision of the Demarres design with the proven geometry of the Cushing Retractor, this compact yet highly capable instrument is engineered for ophthalmic, pediatric, and fine surgical procedures requiring controlled, delicate tissue retraction. Available in nine blade widths — 8 mm, 10 mm, 11 mm, 12 mm, 13 mm, 14 mm, 15 mm, 16 mm, and 18 mm — all with a consistent 14 cm (5½”) length and 1:3 ratio, this is one of the most comprehensively graduated retractor ranges available for precision surgical applications.
Key Features:
- Nine Blade Width Options – 8 mm through 18 mm in fine increments for exact tissue retraction matching across a wide variety of wound sizes and surgical access requirements
- Compact 14 cm (5½”) Instrument Length – Purpose-designed for ophthalmic, pediatric, ENT, and superficial surgical fields requiring precision retraction in confined operative spaces
- 1:3 Instrument Ratio – Precisely engineered leverage geometry delivering consistent, controlled retraction force across all nine blade width variants
- Fine Atraumatic Blade Profile – Carefully contoured blade edges minimize trauma to delicate periorbital, soft tissue, and neurovascular structures
- Lightweight Ergonomic Handle – Compact, balanced design ensures precise control and reduces hand fatigue during delicate fine surgical procedures
- Premium Stainless Steel Construction – Fully autoclave compatible for repeated high-temperature sterilization and outstanding long-term instrument durability
- Combined Demarres-Cushing Design Heritage – Merges two trusted surgical instrument traditions into one versatile, finely calibrated retractor series
📦 Available Variants
| Variant | Blade Width | Length | Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| Demarres Cushing Retractor – 8 mm | 8 mm | 14 cm / 5½” | 1:3 |
| Demarres Cushing Retractor – 10 mm | 10 mm | 14 cm / 5½” | 1:3 |
| Demarres Cushing Retractor – 11 mm | 11 mm | 14 cm / 5½” | 1:3 |
| Demarres Cushing Retractor – 12 mm | 12 mm | 14 cm / 5½” | 1:3 |
| Demarres Cushing Retractor – 13 mm | 13 mm | 14 cm / 5½” | 1:3 |
| Demarres Cushing Retractor – 14 mm | 14 mm | 14 cm / 5½” | 1:3 |
| Demarres Cushing Retractor – 15 mm | 15 mm | 14 cm / 5½” | 1:3 |
| Demarres Cushing Retractor – 16 mm | 16 mm | 14 cm / 5½” | 1:3 |
| Demarres Cushing Retractor – 18 mm | 18 mm | 14 cm / 5½” | 1:3 |
📐 Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Instrument Name | Demarres Cushing Retractor |
| Blade Widths | 8 / 10 / 11 / 12 / 13 / 14 / 15 / 16 / 18 mm |
| Overall Length | 14 cm – 5½” |
| Instrument Ratio | 1:3 |
| Material | Surgical-Grade Stainless Steel |
| Sterilization | Autoclave Compatible |
| Application | Ophthalmic Surgery, Pediatric Surgery, ENT, Fine Wound Retraction |
Ideal For: Ophthalmic surgeons, pediatric surgeons, ENT specialists, plastic surgeons, and surgical instrument procurement teams requiring the most finely graduated compact retractor range for precision surgical tissue exposure.

