A rib spreader, also known as Finochietto retractor, is a type of retractor specifically designed to separate ribs in thoracic surgery (see picture in external link [1]).

They’ll use retractors and a rib spreader to be able to see and/or repair the organs that they’re looking for. When the incision is closed, you’ll have a tube to help fluids drain and air escape.

According to the original paper, 33 Finochietto began using his rib spreader in 1936. Its main characteristics are simplicity and strength, but it presented features unknown in any other …

A Finochietto rib spreader was presented to Dr. Evarts A. Graham in July or August 1940 by Dr. H. Aguilar of Buenos Aires (personal communication), and was used for the first time in the …

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The Finochietto Rib Spreader comes with angled blades for a secure grip on tissues. Secures and spreads adjacent ribs during thoracotomy to gain better surgical access to internal organs. …

We offer Surgical Rib Spreaders ideal for spreading ribs in cardiothoracic surgery. All tools are lightweight, robust & reliable. Multiple types are available.

The Burford Rib Spreader comes with detachable angled blades for optimum retraction. Secures and spreads adjacent ribs during thoracotomy to gain better surgical access to internal organs.

Jun 8, 2005 · BIG GAME RIB SPREADER - Pivoting steel bar spreads the brisket for easy field dressing and faster cooling. SIZE - Closed 7", fully open in locked position 11". MATERIAL - …