Medline Konig Balfour Abdominal Retractor | 180mm Spread | MDS1876418 | Reusable

The Medline Konig MDS1876418 is a heavy-duty, self-retaining surgical instrument engineered for maximum exposure during open abdominal and pelvic procedures. As a cornerstone of general surgery trays, the Balfour retractor utilizes a robust lateral sliding frame to provide a stable, hands-free operative field. This model features a generous 180mm maximum spread, allowing for clear visualization of deep anatomical structures during exploratory laparotomies, cesarean sections, or complex bowel resections.

Equipped with specialized center blades—including a large 70mm x 85mm deep-access blade—this system provides circumferential retraction that effectively manages both the abdominal wall and internal viscera, reducing the need for additional manual retraction from surgical assistants.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Medline (Konig Line)

• Model / REF: MDS1876418

• Product Type: Balfour Abdominal Retractor (Self-Retaining)

• Maximum Spread: 180 mm (7.1 Inches)

• Center Blade 1: 70mm x 85mm (MDS1876570) Large/Deep

• Center Blade 2: 80mm x 50mm (MDS1876418) Standard

• Material: High-Grade Surgical Stainless Steel

• Locking Mechanism: Wing-Nut / Friction Slide Manual Lock

• Cleaning: Fully Autoclavable / Reusable

Technical & Clinical Advantages

• Self-Retaining Mechanical Stability: The heavy-duty frame is designed to maintain constant tension without "slipping," providing a consistent surgical window throughout long-duration procedures. This allows the surgical team to focus on the operative site rather than maintaining retraction.

• Dual-Center Blade Versatility: The inclusion of both 70x85mm and 80x50mm center blades allows the surgeon to adapt to the patient's body habitus. The deeper blade is essential for bariatric or deep-pelvic access, while the standard blade is optimized for midline abdominal incisions.

• Atraumatic Lateral Fenestrated Blades: The side blades feature smooth, rounded edges and a fenestrated (open) design, which minimizes localized pressure on the abdominal wall and reduces the risk of post-operative tissue ischemia or bruising.

• High-Torque Locking Wing-Nut: The oversized wing-nut ensures a secure lock even when handled with wet surgical gloves, allowing for precise, incremental adjustments to the width of the retraction field.

• Konig Industrial Forging: Built to withstand the high-stress environment of a busy trauma center, the stainless steel frame is resistant to bending and maintains its alignment through hundreds of high-heat sterilization cycles.

Applications

• General Surgery: Laparotomy, appendectomy, cholecystectomy, and bowel resections.

• OB/GYN: Hysterectomy, Oophorectomy, and Cesarean sections.

• Urology: Radical cystectomy and bladder reconstructions.

• Trauma Surgery: Rapid abdominal entry and stabilization in emergency exploratory cases.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: Used – Good Usable Condition.

• Maintenance: This retractor has been meticulously inspected for frame alignment and locking-screw integrity. While it shows visible signs of professional OR use (minor surface scuffs or "tray wear" consistent with standard hospital processing), it is fully functional. The slide mechanism is smooth, and the blades attach securely to the central track.

• Professional Standards: With over 25 years of experience in surgical instrumentation and hospital materials, Primis Medical ensures all Medline Konig hardware is function-verified and ultrasonically cleaned prior to shipment.

Shipping & Handling

• Secure Logistics: Shipped in reinforced, padded packaging to ensure the 180mm frame and multiple blade attachments remain in factory-standard alignment during transit.

• Fast Dispatch: Ships within 1 business day.