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Raytec vs. Laparotomy Sponge

Also called: Rays, Laps

Photo of a Raytec vs. Laparotomy Sponge, a surgical instrument
Photo: William Guglielmo / SurgSoul

What it is used for

Left: Raytec Right: Laparotomy

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Specialty

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