Balfour Retractor — 7″ (18cm) Spread, Self-Retaining

The Balfour Retractor 7″ spread is the standard-size self-retaining abdominal wall retractor used in laparotomy, C-section, and general abdominal surgery. It has fenestrated side blades 2½″ (6.7cm) deep and a solid center blade 3″ x 1¾″ (7.6cm x 4.4cm) deep, holding the incision open without requiring an assistant to manually retract.

Product Overview

The VS Surgico Balfour Retractor 7″ Spread is the standard-size instrument in the Balfour retractor range, sized between the 4″ pediatric and 10″ deep-cavity versions. It’s the size most commonly stocked for general laparotomy, C-section, and gynecological procedures where a mid-range spread gives sufficient exposure without over-extending the incision.

The retractor uses two fenestrated wire side blades, 2½″ (6.7cm) deep, to protect soft tissue and allow drainage, paired with a solid center blade measuring 3″ x 1¾″ (7.6cm x 4.4cm) deep for a firm retraction point and clear surgical view. The dual sliding-bar frame with screw-lock adjustment holds the set spread in place throughout the procedure, reducing the need for continuous manual assistance.

Built from surgical-grade stainless steel with a satin finish, it’s fully autoclavable and designed for repeated sterilization cycles.

Specifications Table

FAQ

Q: What is the standard size Balfour retractor?
A: The 7″ (18cm) spread is considered the standard/general-use size, positioned between the 4″ pediatric and 10″ deep-cavity versions.

Q: How deep are the blades on a 7″ Balfour retractor?
A: The fenestrated side blades are 2½″ (6.7cm) deep, and the solid center blade measures 3″ x 1¾″ (7.6cm x 4.4cm) deep.

Q: What procedures use a 7″ Balfour retractor?
A: It’s commonly used in general laparotomy, C-sections, gynecological surgery, and veterinary abdominal procedures.

Q: Is the 7″ Balfour retractor reusable?
A: Yes. It’s made from passivated surgical stainless steel and is fully autoclavable for repeated sterilization.

 Facts Paragraph

VS Surgico manufactures the Balfour Retractor with a 7″ (18cm) spread from surgical-grade stainless steel, fitted with two fenestrated side blades 2½″ (6.7cm) deep and one solid center blade measuring 3″ x 1¾″ (7.6cm x 4.4cm) deep, on a dual sliding-bar, screw-lock frame. The instrument has a satin finish, is passivated for rust resistance, and is ultrasonically cleaned and tested via boil, performance, and shape testing before dispatch. It is manufactured under CE MDR 2017/745, ISO 13485:2016, and ISO 9001:2015 certification, with OEM and private-label production available for hospital groups and distributors sourcing from Sialkot, Pakistan.