Simple, Efficient and Atraumatic Liver Retraction

Nathanson Liver Retractors from Mediflex® have proven to be ideal for laparoscopic liver retraction as they support the entire liver to provide atraumatic exposure. The retractors feature a hexagonal proximal end which fits securely into the Quick-Connect hex fitting of Mediflex® Holding and Positioning Systems. This direct attachment prevents axial rotation and liver slippage - a common problem with other holding systems. Mediflex® offers the largest selection of Nathanson Liver Retractors on the market - available individually or as sets to accommodate all patients and procedures, including bariatrics, pediatrics and robotics.

• Used in upper GI, bariatric, and GERD procedures
• Robotic versions to prevent interference with robot arm movement
• Eliminates the need of an assistant to hold the liver retractor
• Hexagonal lock fitting eliminates retractor slippage and axial rotation
• Reduced trauma compared to hand-held liver retractors
• Versions with extended distal tips for thicker abdominal walls
• 3 different diameter options - 3mm, 5mm, and 6.5mm

Laparoscopic Articulating Retractors

The Mediflex® range of Lapro-Flex® self-forming articulating retractors allows for convenient and atraumatic retraction of organs and tissue in the peritoneal space. These retractors can be introduced through a 5mm cannula and articulated to their shape by rotating a knob in the handle. They are available in several different configurations including right angle, triangular and angled triangular.

• Reusable articulating technology used to retract organs and structures in laparoscopic procedures
• Cleaning and Sterilization Validations specific to the device
• Machined flexible links to prevent deformation
• Innovative tip design ensures minimal space is required inside the abdomen to form the retractor shape
• Actuating knob quickly forms shape completely
• Full range of tip configurations (60mm, 80mm, Angled, Finger-Style)
• Atraumatic tip and shaft
• Durable instrument
• Fully cleanable despite small lumen
• Improved quality reduces cable breakage

Nathanson Liver Retractors

Nathanson Liver Retractors from Mediflex® have proven to be ideal for laparoscopic liver retraction as they support the entire liver to provide atraumatic exposure. The retractors feature a hexagonal proximal end which fits securely into the Quick-Connect Hex Fitting of all Mediflex® FlexArms™ and StrongArms®. This direct attachment prevents axial slippage common with other holding systems. Mediflex® offers the largest selection of Nathanson Retractors available from any manufacturer. A variety of individual configurations and retractor sets are available to accommodate all patients and procedures including bariatrics and pediatrics.

• Fully supports and retracts the liver for optimal field visualization
• Direct attachment to Mediflex® Holding & Positioning Systems
• Hexagonal lock fitting prevents liver slippage and axial rotation
• Reduced trauma compared to hand-held liver retractors
• Extended tip length available for easy of insertion through thicker abdominal walls
• Matte finish to prevent reflection
• Robotic versions to eliminate arm interference
• Widest variety of configurations on the market - available in 3mm, 5mm, and 6.5mm diameter and a range of sizes to accommodate all patients

Mediflex® sterile, disposable Port-Free Internal Retractors provide a simple,effective solution to create more space during laparoscopic and robotic surgery. The range of retractors offer secure, low-profile static or dynamic organ suspension - without interference of operating instruments or robotic arms.

Port-Free Retractors save operating time and money by eliminating a laparoscopic port, retraction instrument and assistant. The retractors are highly effective for retraction/suspension of all organs and tissue including liver, uterus, ovaries, sigmoid colon, peritoneum, colon, stomach, gallbladder and bladder.

Benefits to the Port-Free Internal Retractor Include:

• Hands-free solution for optimal surgical field exposure
• Dynamic retraction with adjustable distance and angle of suspension
• Ideal for uterine suspension or sigmoid retraction in lower pelvic surgeries
• Eliminates needing a port dedicated for retraction - saving time and money
• Fully compatible with robotic-assisted procedures
• Easy, rapid set-up
• Available in 5cm and 6.5cm needle lengths to accommodate abdominal wall thickness
• Single-use, disposable - ready to use