ST. Marks Retractor 180 x 60 mm, 33 cm (13″)
Features and Description:
The ST. Marks Retractor 180 x 60 mm, 33 cm (13″) is a professional-grade self-retaining surgical retractor engineered for maximum abdominal exposure in colorectal, bariatric, and complex pelvic procedures. Named after the internationally acclaimed St. Mark’s Hospital colorectal surgery tradition, this extended-reach instrument provides exceptional visualization and unwavering retraction stability for the most demanding surgical cases.
Product Specifications
- Total length: 33 cm (13 inches) – maximum reach design
- Blade dimensions: 180 mm (width) × 60 mm (depth)
- Frame type: Self-retaining with secure locking mechanism
- Material: Premium German stainless steel
- Finish: Mirror-polished for optimal surgical visualization
Key Features & Benefits
This premium surgical retractor delivers outstanding performance in challenging abdominal operations:
- Extra-wide 180 mm blade – Consequently, surgeons achieve maximum exposure across extensive surgical fields
- Deep 60 mm blade depth – Therefore, effective retraction is maintained in the deepest abdominal and pelvic cavities
- Maximum 33 cm length – Moreover, unparalleled reach is provided for the largest patients and deepest procedures
- Self-retaining mechanism – As a result, hands-free operation frees the surgical team for other critical tasks
- Premium German stainless steel – Additionally, exceptional durability, strength, and corrosion resistance are guaranteed
- Fully autoclavable – Furthermore, sterilization is efficient, reliable, and consistent with standard protocols
- Heavy-duty frame construction – Consequently, rock-solid stability is maintained throughout lengthy operations
- Mirror-polished finish – Also, operating light glare is significantly minimized for improved visualization
- CE certified and ISO 13485 compliant – Quality and safety standards are assured
Why Choose the Maximum Length ST. Marks Retractor?
Surgeons performing extensive abdominal procedures consistently select this 33 cm ST. Marks Retractor. Here’s why it stands apart:
First, the extra-wide 180 mm blade delivers unmatched exposure for complex colorectal, bariatric, and oncological procedures. Second, the maximum 33 cm length provides superior reach that shorter retractors simply cannot achieve. Third, the self-retaining design eliminates continuous manual retraction, significantly reducing assistant fatigue during lengthy operations.
In addition, the robust locking mechanism ensures consistent, slip-free retraction regardless of tissue pressure. Consequently, surgical teams maintain optimal visualization and work more efficiently throughout even the most demanding cases.
Ideal for Maximum Depth & Large Patients
The maximum-length dimensions make this retractor essential for specific challenging scenarios. Specifically:
Bariatric Surgery:
- Open gastric bypass procedures
- Sleeve gastrectomy in morbidly obese patients
- Duodenal switch operations
- Complex revisional bariatric surgery
- Biliopancreatic diversion procedures
Colorectal Surgery:
- Extended total mesorectal excisions (TME)
- Ultra-low anterior resections
- Complex abdominoperineal resections
- Multivisceral pelvic resections
- Locally advanced colorectal cancer operations
Major Abdominal Surgery:
- Extended laparotomy in morbidly obese patients
- Cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC
- Complex multivisceral resections
- Major trauma surgery in large patients
- Retroperitoneal tumor resections
Pelvic Surgery:
- Total pelvic exenteration
- Radical cystectomy
- Extended gynecological oncology procedures
- Deep pelvic lymphadenectomy
- Complex sacral tumor resections
Additional Applications:
- Morbidly obese patient surgeries
- Large animal veterinary procedures
- Complex reconstructive abdominal operations
Complete ST. Marks Retractor Range Comparison
Understanding the full range helps you select the right instrument for each clinical scenario:
| Feature | Standard | Large | Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blade Width | 160 mm | 180 mm | 180 mm |
| Blade Depth | 60 mm | 60 mm | 60 mm |
| Total Length | 29 cm (11½”) | 32.5 cm (12¾”) | 33 cm (13″) |
| Best Patients | Standard adults | Large patients | Morbidly obese |
| Best Procedures | Standard colorectal | Bariatric, complex colorectal | Maximum depth, morbidly obese |
| Reach | Standard | Extended | Maximum |
Therefore, the 33 cm model is indispensable for surgical departments treating morbidly obese patients or performing the deepest abdominal procedures.
Common Surgical Applications
The ST. Marks Retractor 180 x 60 mm, 33 cm is specifically designed for the most demanding surgical situations:
Colorectal Surgery:
- Complex total mesorectal excision
- Ultra-low anterior resections in large patients
- Extended abdominoperineal resections
- Locally advanced rectal cancer surgery
- Complex diverticular disease operations
Bariatric & Metabolic Surgery:
- Open Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
- Complex revisional weight loss surgery
- Biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch
- Super-obese patient procedures
Surgical Oncology:
- Cytoreductive surgery (CRS) with HIPEC
- Retroperitoneal sarcoma resections
- Extended pelvic exenterations
- Complex multivisceral resections
Gynecological Oncology:
- Radical hysterectomy in obese patients
- Advanced ovarian cancer debulking
- Pelvic exenteration procedures