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Bookwalter Retractor Blades

Bookwalter Gelpi Blade

SKU: RM-BGB-1

$119USD

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A replacement Bookwalter retractor blade with a curved Gelpi-style prong tip for focused point retraction of muscle and fascia. Non-magnetic surgical-grade stainless steel, supplied non-sterile and fully autoclavable by Retractor Maker.

Product Description

The Bookwalter Gelpi Blade is a replacement retractor blade designed for focused point retraction of muscle, fascia and localized surgical margins. It features a curved Gelpi-style working tip.

The prong tip engages a precise point of tissue for narrow-field exposure, and the standard notched handle shank seats into slide-on, tilt and self-retaining Bookwalter ratchets.

Product Specifications

Product specifications for the Bookwalter Gelpi Blade
SpecificationDetails
Product NameBookwalter Gelpi Blade
SKURM-BGB-1
MaterialNon-magnetic, surgical-grade stainless steel
Blade ProfileCurved prong Gelpi-style working tip designed for precise point engagement and narrow-field exposure
Attachment MechanismStandard notched handle shank compatible with standard slide-on, tilt, and self-retaining ratchets
CompatibilityStandard Bookwalter Retractor Systems, Standard Ratchets, Tilt Ratchets and Self-Retaining Ratchets
SterilitySupplied non-sterile (fully autoclavable)
PackagingIndividual protective packaging
ManufacturerRetractor Maker
Product ConditionBrand new replacement component
Minimum Order Quantity1 Piece

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Bookwalter Gelpi Blade used for?

It provides focused point retraction of muscle tissue, fascia, and localized surgical margins.

What type of working tip does it have?

It has a curved Gelpi-style prong working tip.

Is it compatible with Bookwalter ratchets?

Yes. It is compatible with standard, tilt, and self-retaining Bookwalter ratchets.

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