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Hohmann Retractor

Description:

A Hohmann retractor is a surgical instrument commonly used in orthopedic and general surgery. It is designed to retract and hold back tissues during surgical procedures, providing optimal visibility and access to the surgical site.

Senses:

1. Noun: A handheld, double-ended instrument with curved blades used to retract tissues during surgeries.
2. Verb: (Rare) The act of retracting tissues during surgical procedures using a Hohmann retractor.

Sample Sentences:

• Noun:
  • The surgeon used a Hohmann retractor to gently retract the muscles during the knee replacement surgery.
  • During the spinal fusion procedure, the Hohmann retractor proved essential in holding back the tissues and maintaining a clear field of view.
• Verb:
  • The skilled surgeon carefully hohmanned the tissues to avoid any unnecessary trauma.
  • Due to the complex nature of the procedure, the surgeon decided to hohmann the tissues to prevent any accidental damage.

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