Oberhill Laminectomy Retractor

Oberhill Laminectomy Retractor

The Oberhill Laminectomy Retractor is a reusable surgical retractor intended for professional operating-room use. Manufactured from German stainless steel, this instrument is designed for surgical retraction during procedures involving access to the spinal operative field. The Oberhill pattern provides surgeons with a dedicated retraction instrument for maintaining exposure while working around the structures encountered during laminectomy and related spinal procedures.

The instrument is identified by model number PS-8757 and is classified as a Class I surgical instrument. Its reusable construction makes it suitable for hospitals, surgical centers, orthopedic and neurosurgical instrument sets, and professional procurement departments requiring a dedicated laminectomy retractor.

Design and Construction

The Oberhill Laminectomy Retractor is manufactured from German stainless steel, providing the rigid construction required for a reusable surgical retractor. The material supports repeated professional use when the instrument is correctly cleaned, inspected, processed, and maintained according to approved healthcare-facility procedures.

The product is available with satin, dull, and mirror finish options. These finish choices allow hospitals, distributors, and surgical teams to select a surface configuration that matches existing instrument sets and purchasing requirements while retaining the same core Oberhill retractor pattern.

The product information identifies the instrument as reusable and rust free. These characteristics support its use as part of a maintained surgical instrument inventory where routine inspection and reprocessing take place between procedures. The instrument should be checked before every clinical use to confirm that its working surfaces and overall structure remain in acceptable condition.

Because this product is specifically identified as a laminectomy retractor, it is intended to perform a focused retraction role rather than function as a general-purpose hand instrument. Correct selection of the retractor should take into account the surgical approach, operative exposure required, and the surgeon's established spinal surgery technique.

Clinical Application

The Oberhill Laminectomy Retractor is used during laminectomy and related spinal procedures where controlled tissue retraction is required to maintain access to the operative site. Retractors used in spinal surgery help maintain exposure while the surgeon performs the required operative steps within the surgical field.

The instrument is intended for use by trained surgical professionals in operating-room environments. Its positioning and degree of retraction should be determined by the surgeon according to the anatomy, operative approach, and requirements of the individual procedure. The retractor may form part of a dedicated spinal surgery tray or a broader surgical retractor set used by orthopedic or neurosurgical teams.

For hospitals and surgical centers, maintaining the Oberhill pattern under its model number PS-8757 can help with instrument identification, procurement, replacement, and inventory control. The product can also be supplied to medical instrument distributors and professional buyers sourcing reusable surgical retractors for institutional use.

Product Specifications

Care and Handling

The Oberhill Laminectomy Retractor should be cleaned promptly after use according to the healthcare facility's validated surgical instrument-processing procedures. All working surfaces and accessible areas should be thoroughly cleaned so visible biological material is removed before further processing.

Before each procedure, inspect the instrument for corrosion, deformation, surface damage, abnormal wear, or any condition that could affect normal surgical use. A reusable retractor should remain structurally intact and function correctly before being returned to the operating room. Cleaning, disinfection, sterilization, drying, and storage should follow the current product instructions and the facility's approved protocols. Generic autoclave temperatures, exposure times, or processing cycles should not replace validated instructions.

Ordering

The Oberhill Laminectomy Retractor is manufactured from German stainless steel and should be inspected before each clinical use. The product information identifies CE and ISO 13485 certification and includes a 1-year warranty with return and replacement after-sale service. The minimum order quantity is 1 piece, and Peak Surgicals offers free shipping on orders over $99. OEM service is also available for professional purchasing requirements.

For related surgical retraction instruments, explore the Retractors and Spreader Surgical Instruments collection. Order the Oberhill Laminectomy Retractor under model PS-8757 for inclusion in professional spinal and operating-room instrument setups.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Oberhill Laminectomy Retractor used for?

It is used for surgical retraction during laminectomy and related spinal procedures.

What material is the Oberhill Laminectomy Retractor made from?

It is made from German stainless steel.

What is the model number?

The model number is PS-8757.

Is the Oberhill Laminectomy Retractor reusable?

Yes. The product is identified as reusable.

What finish options are available?

The available finish options are satin, dull, and mirror.

Is OEM service available?

Yes. OEM service is available.