Bailey Rib Contractor

Description

The Bailey Rib Contractor is a surgical equipment that is expressly developed to approximate ribs during surgical operations, notably cardiovascular surgeries, in order to assist incision suturing and appropriate healing.

Here’s a rundown of its main features:

Purpose:

• Closes and keeps the ribs together for suturing after a surgical incision in the chest wall (thoracotomy).

Types:

• Typically available in two sizes:
• Adult: about 7 ¾ inches long.
• Pediatric: around 6 inches long.

Design:

• Made of high-grade stainless steel for durability and reusability.
• A movable blade helps compress the ribs without inflicting harm.
• Smooth the outside edges to prevent harm to the surrounding tissue.
• The design is ergonomic, allowing surgeons to handle it comfortably.
• Lightweight structure reduces fatigue during usage.
• Screw lock mechanism secures the blades in the proper position.