RI-000036 An assortment of surgical tools called exchangeable lateral blades are utilised during chest and abdominal operations. They are made to be used in conjunction with abdominal retractors or rib spreaders, which are tools used to hold open the surgical site and allow for improved organ vision and access. The lateral blades are frequently constructed of premium stainless steel and come in a range of sizes and shapes to meet various surgical requirements. They are made to be simply swappable with the spreaders or retractors, enabling the surgeon to change out blades as needed throughout the process.