Cushing Decompression Retractor (17mm) (8inch) Rochester-Pean The straight blades are designed

The straight blades are designed to provide a clean cut with minimal trauma to the surrounding tissue

and the measurements of 53mm x 62mm and 253mm refer to the size of the handle

inch long screw joint and is 95

rod-like instrument with a blunt tip and an eye at the end for viewing

This allows the surgeon to safely and securely maneuver around the surgical area

Cushing Decompression Retractor (17mm) (8inch) Rochester-Pean The straight blades are designedA Cushing Decompression Retractor is a surgical instrument used to aid in the decompression of the spinal cord during spinal surgery. It is a long, thin blade with a curved handle and a sharp tip that can be inserted between the vertebrae to create space for the surgeon to work. The size of the blade and handle determine how far into the spine the instrument can reach.