Mini-Open Retractor System

More than an instrument

The Aesculap Mini-Open Retractor System is designed to provide patients all the benefits of Minimally Invasive Surgery (MIS) while at the same time reduce the surgeons´ learning curve and radiation exposure as compared to percutaneous surgery. When partnered with S4® Spinal System and TSPACE® interbody fusion device, the Aesculap Mini-Open Retractor System is especially suited to provide patients the benefits of Minimally Invasive Surgery.

Clinical Benefits

  • Expandable and adjustable blades for a conical field of up to 60°
  • Modular design for individual adaption to the patient anatomical structures
  • Enhanced exposure through small incision allows for improved implant placement
  • Novel compression and distraction instrumentation works directly through the retractor without an additional incision
  • Direct visualization to the spine greatly reduces radiation exposure
  • Reduced learning curve due to direct visualization of the anatomical landmarks without fluoroscopic guidance

Features

  • Cranial-caudal blades in different diameters and lengths
  • Medial-lateral blades in different shapes and lengths
  • MIS instruments for compression and distraction maneuvers
  • Table stabilization module
  • Lighting module for additional surgical visibility

Indication

  • The Mini-Open Retractor System is indicated for use in the lumbar spine:
    • Facetectomy
    • Decompression
    • Discectomy
    • Lumbar Fusion
    • TLIF