Organ retraction tape positioner and method for retracting and positioning an internal organ

摘要

A surgical retraction and positioning device comprises a stable platform and a flexible tape attached thereto for easier retraction and manipulation of a heart during cardiac surgery. The stable platform has an elongate body having a curved handle extending into an organ contacting base. The base is formed at the distal end of the handle and is at least partially concave to conform to the contours of the outer surface of the heart. A portion of a flexible element, such as umbilical tape, is secured to the base, leaving at least one free end to enable the surgeon to wrap, or secure, the heart against the organ contacting base.