Sklar's Zalkind Ribbon Retractor is a handheld, malleable retractor useful in multiple procedures and surgical sites. It is available in different lengths and widths to accommodate regions of the body. The malleability allows this retractor to be adjusted to adequately and safely retract a variety of tissue and organs to keep them from obstructing the surgeon's view and cluttering the surgical site. Smaller ribbon retractors may be used in neurosurgical or ophthalmic procedures, Larger retractors may be used in abdominal or cardiovascular procedures to hold back larger organs. They may also be used during body contouring to insert implants. This product measures 1-1/2" x 13".