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ALEXIS^® WOUND RETRACTOR SYSTEMS

360° Atraumatic Retraction and Protection

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Designed for soft tissue retraction, the Alexis^® and the Alexis O wound retractors provide 360° of circumferential, atraumatic retraction while significantly decreasing wound infection. For open procedures, the Alexis retractors provide maximum exposure while minimizing the incision size. During laparoscopic surgery, the Alexis retractors are instrumental in offering retraction and protection when an organ or specimen requires removal through a small incision.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Superior Protection and Visibility

Significantly decreases wound infection^{1, 2}
Allows clear visualization of wound margins
Maintains moisture at incision site²

Maximum Exposure, Minimum Incision Size

Offers 360° circumferential retraction
Distributes force evenly for atraumatic retraction
Provides maximum field of view

Ultimate Versatility

Facilitates rapid and effortless set-up
Accommodates a wide range of surgeries
Available with a flexible retraction ring for maximum conformity and a rigid retraction ring for superior exposure

Pamela Lee, MD, et al: Use of wound-protection system and postoperative wound-infection rates in open appendectomy. Arch Surg. 2009;144(9):872-875

Horiuchi T., et al: Randomized, controlled investigation of the anti-infective properties of the Alexis retractor/protector of incision sites. J Trauma. 2007 Jan;62(1):212-5