1,091 devices · GMDN 13709
Rib spreaders are reusable surgical tools used during thoracic procedures to hold ribs apart, providing clear access to the chest cavity for examination or intervention. Their self-locking design ensures stable positioning while surgeons work, reducing the need for constant manual adjustment.
These devices are typically regulated as surgical instruments and may require compliance with general medical device safety standards. They are often supplied sterile or as clean instruments, depending on the manufacturer’s specifications and local surgical protocols.
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