What is Weitlaner retractor

Weitlaner retractor is a self-retaining instrument named after the Austrian surgeon Franz Weitlaner who made this versatile instrument to fulfill the surgical assistance. The instrument features a scissor-like design. The finger ring structure with ratchet lock makes it well-suited not only for holding back tissues but gives better visualization of the area under examination. The unique design also allows reduced surgeon’s hand fatigue during surgical procedures. The scissor-like design features pointed prong at the tip with either sharp or blunt blades make this retractor more excellent. It is also preferably used in joint & bone procedures, plastic surgery, femoropopliteal bypass, herniotomy, and mastoid surgery. It is also handy for deep, small incisions and soft tissue dissection at the superficial level.