SURGICAL RETRACTOR SYSTEMS AND METHODS

摘要

Embodiments herein are generally directed to surgical retractor systems. In some embodiments, these retractor systems may be used in spinal fusion or other procedures that utilize a transforaminal approach.

主权项

1. A retractor system comprising:
a first arm comprising a towing assembly, the towing assembly comprising an interface member coupled to a rotatable shaft, wherein the interface member comprises a distal surface having a plurality of protrusions and receptacles; a first blade member comprising a connector body and a blade extending therefrom, the connector body having an internal cavity configured to reversibly receive the rotatable shaft therein, wherein the first blade member comprises a plurality of protrusions and receptacles configured to intermesh with the plurality of protrusions and receptacles of the distal surface of the interface member; and a spring-loaded button mechanism configured to lock the first blade member to the first arm at any desired position.