yasargil_retractor_hook

Yasargil Retractor Hook

The 'Yasargil retractor hook' is a neurosurgical instrument used for gentle and controlled retraction of brain tissue or meninges during intracranial procedures.

Technical Features

  • Made of surgical-grade stainless steel.
  • Distal end shaped as a blunt or fine hook.
  • Available in various lengths and curvatures to adapt to different anatomical regions and depths.
  • Some models include an eyelet or ring for fixation to a support arm (e.g., Leyla retractor system).

Usage

Widely used in microsurgical procedures, especially in:

  • Aneurysm clipping
  • Tumor resection
  • AVM surgery
  • Skull base approaches

Its atraumatic design helps minimize tissue damage and allows for precise exposure in narrow surgical corridors.

Notes

  • Invented by Dr. Gazi Yasargil, a pioneer in modern microneurosurgery.
  • Often used in combination with self-retaining systems.
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