Desmarres lid retractor 5 1/2" size #2 15.0mm wide blade flat handle

Controlled Lid Retraction for Clear, Practical Access

The Desmarres lid retractor is a manual ophthalmic retractor designed to hold the eyelid aside during procedures requiring a stable field of view. Its 5 1/2-inch length provides useful working reach, while the size #2, 15.0mm-wide blade offers a defined contact surface for positioning. The flat handle supports straightforward manual control during handling and placement. Suitable across General Surgery, Ophthalmic, and Plastic Surgery workflows, this retractor provides a focused solution for exposing the operative area while keeping the instrument’s profile simple and easy to integrate into routine surgical technique.

Use Cases

• Retract the eyelid to help maintain access and visualization during ophthalmic procedures.
• Support controlled manual retraction when a defined 15.0mm blade width is appropriate for the task.
• Use the 5 1/2-inch length to position the instrument while maintaining practical working reach.
• Incorporate into General Surgery workflows where manual retraction of the eyelid or adjacent soft tissue is required.
• Use in Plastic Surgery procedures requiring a compact, manually controlled retractor for localized exposure.

Specifications

Care & Reprocessing

• Clean and reprocess according to facility procedures and the applicable instrument instructions for use.
• Inspect the blade and flat handle before and after use for visible damage, distortion, residue, or other conditions that could affect handling.
• Handle the blade carefully during cleaning, transport, and setup to avoid unintended bending or surface damage.
• Store in a clean, protected location where the blade will not be struck, compressed, or placed under unnecessary load.

General use; follow facility protocols.