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Army-Navy Retractor

Also called: Army Navy, Army’s, Navy’s, U.S. retractor

Flat handle with two bent ends at differing lengths
Photo: William Guglielmo / SurgSoul

What it is used for

Primarily employed for superficial wound retraction to enhance visibility during minor surgical procedures.

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Retracting & exposing

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