Cottle Skin Retractor

The Cottle Skin Retractor is a skin retractor, classified under Surgical Instruments → Retractors → Skin Retractors. It carries the COTTLE pattern designation, a named instrument pattern used in the catalogue to identify a specific, repeatable design geometry so that clinical and procurement teams can reliably reorder the same configuration. As a retractor, its role is to hold back tissue and maintain exposure of the operative field, and this instrument is oriented toward general and superficial surgical procedures, where it supports retraction of skin and soft-tissue wound margins.

In terms of design characteristics, the instrument has an overall catalogued length of (160 mm), recorded in both imperial and metric units. It is presented at an angle of 180°. The working end is described as sharp. Only the attributes explicitly printed in the source catalogue are reproduced here; no dimensions, materials, or finishes have been inferred beyond the printed record. This is a standalone product represented by the single.

Braun. In terms of application, the instrument type indicates use in general and superficial surgical procedures. As a skin retractor it is applied to retraction of skin and soft-tissue wound margins, providing and maintaining exposure while the surgeon works. These application areas follow directly from the instrument’s catalogued type designation; the catalogue does not enumerate specific procedures, and the definitive procedural suitability, sterilisation parameters, and compatibility should be confirmed against the manufacturer’s documentation for the relevant reference.

For ordering, quote.the COTTLE pattern designation provides an additional, standardised way to reference the specific geometry. Internally the product is tracked under registry ID REG-080095, which keeps the catalogue reference, the product record, and any downstream store listing consistently associated. This traceability matters in a procurement context because it lets a buyer confirm that a quoted or received item corresponds exactly to the catalogued specification.

Regarding material, reprocessing, and regulatory status, the source catalogue entry for this item does not print a material specification. No regulatory clearance, certification, or performance claim is made here; any such status should be confirmed with the manufacturer or authorised distributor for the destination market. This conservative approach keeps the listing accurate and avoids overstating what the catalogue records.

When selecting this instrument, buyers should confirm that its catalogued type and dimensions match the intended surgical access and anatomy. As a single-reference product it is ordered directly by its catalogue number, which keeps quoting, delivery, and inventory management unambiguous.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is the Cottle Skin Retractor identified for ordering?

It is listed under SKU RG-002110. Individual configurations carry their own manufacturer article reference.

How do I request pricing for the Cottle Skin Retractor?

Pricing is quoted per enquiry. Submit a request through the product page and Rahmet Group will respond with pricing, lead time and packaging.