A new retractor for cochlear implantation.
In cochlear implantation and other major ear surgeries a post auricular incision is often used. Following this, fascia, muscle and fat is divided, and then a periosteal flap is raised. This creates different tissue planes which need to be held back and protected from the surgeon and the drill. We present a new device which provides excellent retraction for this procedure, does not put undue pressure on the pinna, while at the same time it allowing the surgeon an unobstructed view.
Monksfield
Peter
P
Department of Otorhinoloaryngology, University Hospital Birmingham, UK.
Proops
David
D
D019929:Cochlear Implantation / Q000295:instrumentation*; D004209:Disposable Equipment; D004867:Equipment Design; D006801:Humans; D008416:Mastoid / Q000601:surgery; D008876:Middle Ear Ventilation / Q000295:instrumentation; D013506:Otologic Surgical Procedures / Q000295:instrumentation*; D010969:Plastics; D013525:Surgical Instruments
D010969:Plastics