HATE Flexibel – Rake Retractor Set, 2, 3 and 4 Prongs

The HATE flexible rake retractor is a set of three German-made hand-held rake retractors with 2, 3 and 4 curved prongs on slim shafts and flat, red handles. Each flexible rake retractor gives a different width of retraction, so the surgeon can choose the right one for every step.

What Is a Flexible Rake Retractor?

Rake retractors have several curved prongs that hook under the wound edge and pull it back. More prongs give a wider, more even pull; fewer prongs fit into smaller spaces. Having 2-, 3- and 4-prong versions in one set covers most situations in facial and plastic surgery.

The slim shafts of this set have a degree of flexibility so the angle can be adapted, and the long red handles make the set easy to identify.

Learn more on Wikipedia: Retractor (medicine).

Features of the HATE Flexible Rake Retractor

• 2, 3 and 4 prongs: choose the right width for each step.
• Curved prongs: secure hold under the wound edge.
• Slim, flexible shafts: adapt to the anatomy.
• Red flat handles: comfortable grip and easy identification.
• Made in Germany: manufactured by HATE from German surgical stainless steel.
• Reusable: can be cleaned and autoclaved between procedures.

Clinical Uses of the Flexible Rake Retractor

The flexible rake retractor is suitable for:

• Skin and subcutaneous retraction in facelift and neck lift.
• Exposure in blepharoplasty and brow lift.
• Small-incision procedures in breast and body surgery.
• Wound retraction in hand and reconstructive surgery.

Why Choose a Rake Retractor Set?

Every incision is different. A single retractor is often too wide or too narrow for some steps. A rake retractor set with three widths lets the assistant switch quickly to the best size, giving good exposure with the least tissue trauma. Buying the three sizes together also keeps the tray complete and consistent.

How to Use the Flexible Rake Retractor

1. Choose the retractor with the right number of prongs for the incision.
2. Hook the prongs under the wound edge.
3. Pull back gently and steadily to expose the field.
4. Change to a wider or narrower retractor as the dissection progresses.

German Quality from HATE

HATE is a German manufacturer of surgical instruments with a strong focus on plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. Each instrument is forged or machined from high-grade material, hand-finished and checked by experienced instrument makers before it leaves the factory. The result is an instrument with a precise working end, a smooth surface that is easy to clean and a long working life when it is cared for correctly. Surgronic supplies the full HATE range to hospitals, private clinics and surgeons in Türkiye and abroad, with fast delivery and support from a team that knows surgical instruments.

Care and Sterilization

Rinse the retractors immediately after use. Clean it with a soft brush or in an ultrasonic cleaner, then dry it completely. Sterilize it in an autoclave according to your facility’s validated protocol. Inspect it before every use. Protect the prongs during storage and avoid repeated sharp bending of the shafts.

المواصفات

• Brand: HATE (Germany)
• Model: Flexibel
• Set: 3 retractors: 2, 3 and 4 prongs
• Prongs: curved
• Handles: red, flat
• Material: German surgical stainless steel
• Reusable: yes, autoclavable

Flexible Rake Retractor FAQ

Are the retractors sold individually?

This product is a set of three.

Is it supplied sterile?

No. Clean and sterilize the set before first use.

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