# Surgical Retractors

# Surgical Retractors

Surgical retractors are instruments that surgeons use to hold open an incision or wound and keep organs or tissues out of the way. They can also be used to separate the edges of a surgical incision. Retractors come in two basic types: hand-held and self-retaining. Some newer retractors have light attachments to improve visibility

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> Updated: 2025-11-12