The startup develops sterile, single-use, 3D-printed orthopedic retractors made from radiopaque materials, designed for specific surgical procedures. This technology enhances visualization during surgery, facilitates quicker operations, and provides long-term cost savings by eliminating the need for sterilization and reusability of traditional stainless steel retractors.
Funding
$500K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Product
Problem
Traditional stainless steel retractors used in orthopedic surgery require sterilization and are often reusable, leading to potential contamination and increased operational costs. These retractors can also obstruct visualization of the surgical field under fluoroscopy due to their radiopaque properties. Furthermore, manual retraction requires multiple operators and repeated adjustments, potentially increasing soft tissue injury and workflow inefficiencies.
Solution
RetractOrtho develops sterile, single-use, 3D-printed orthopedic retractor systems made from radiolucent materials, designed to improve surgical efficiency and visualization during bone fracture reduction and repair. These self-retaining retractors eliminate the need for multiple operators, manual retraction, and repeated retractor adjustments, allowing surgeons to work independently and minimize soft tissue injury. The radiolucent design enables unobstructed visualization of the surgical field under fluoroscopic view, facilitating more predictable implant positioning. The systems are offered in metaphyseal and diaphyseal configurations and are delivered sterile and ready for single-patient use, reducing the risk of contamination and streamlining surgical suite turnover.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes orthopedic surgeons and hospitals seeking to improve surgical efficiency, reduce costs associated with sterilization, and enhance visualization during fracture repair procedures.
Features
- Sterile, single-use design eliminates the need for sterilization and reduces the risk of contamination.
- 3D-printed construction allows for rapid prototyping and customization for specific surgical procedures.
- Radiolucent material enables clear visualization of the surgical site under fluoroscopy.
- Self-retaining design provides hands-free retraction, optimizing workflow efficiency.
- Textured backing plate provides a stable platform for sharp forceps to aid fracture reduction.
- Available in metaphyseal and diaphyseal configurations to address various fracture types.
- Reduces the need for multiple operators and repeated retractor adjustments.