Harrington Retractor
Instrument flash card
Aliases
Sweetheart or Valentine
Use
Used to retract the liver
Length(s)
9.0"; 12.0"
Identifying Features
Flat, large curved blade with hollow hand grip, heart shaped viscera protector
Cautions
none
Surgical Tech Info
When used to retract an organ, a moist lap sponge should be placed between the retractor blade and the structure.
Sterile Processing Info
Inspect blade for cracks and dents