Holzhimer Self Retaining SS Retractor, 4″(10cm)

Product Overview

The Holzhimer Self-Retaining Retractor (4″ / 10cm)—also widely known as the Holzheimer or Heiss retractor—is a specialized, miniature cross-action instrument engineered for minor, plastic, and delicate soft tissue procedures. Featuring a compact self-retaining mechanism, it provides steady, hands-free wound exposure in small or shallow incisions.

Key Features & Benefits

• 4x4 Prong Configuration: Outward-curving prongs (available in sharp or blunt variants) securely engage tissue margins to maintain wide and stable wound opening.

• Self-Retaining Spring Mechanism: Built with a cross-action spring-catch or sliding catch design that holds tissues automatically, freeing up the surgeon's hands.

• Compact & Lightweight: Measuring 4 inches (10 cm) overall, it is ideally scaled for fine dissections, superficial plastic surgeries, and localized biopsies.

• Surgical-Grade Stainless Steel: Forged from premium German stainless steel to guarantee corrosion resistance, structural longevity, and full autoclave sterilization compatibility.