Karl Storz 30623GB Gastric Banding Retractor Set w/ CLICKline Instruments

Karl Storz Gastric Banding Set | CLICKline® Modular Platform | 30623GB

The Karl Storz 30623GB set is a specialized laparoscopic assembly engineered for the unique spatial and anatomical requirements of bariatric surgery, specifically gastric banding and bypass procedures. At the core of this set is the 30623GB Gastric Retractor, designed to provide stable, atraumatic elevation of the liver or stomach to maintain a clear view of the esophageal-gastric junction.

Complementing the retractor is the CLICKline® modular system—a three-piece take-apart design (handle, insulated shaft, and insert) that allows for superior cleaning access, standardized sterilization, and the ability to swap tip geometries intraoperatively.

Key Performance Features

• Specialized Gastric Retractor (30623GB): Features a 10 mm diameter and 36 cm working length. Its geometry is specifically optimized for maintaining surgical exposure during bariatric maneuvers. The integrated Luer-lock port allows for pressurized flushing of the internal lumen.

• CLICKline® Modular Design: The "click" mechanism allows the handles to be separated from the inserts and shafts without tools. This facilitates rigorous decontamination of the inner lumens and precise maintenance of the mechanical components.

• Extended 43 cm Bariatric Reach: The included 33400 insulated shafts provide 43 cm of working length—8 cm to 10 cm longer than standard laparoscopic tools—ensuring the surgeon can comfortably reach the operative site through thickened abdominal walls.

• Double-Action Forceps Inserts: Includes the 33410FG Fundus Grasping Forceps, designed with a double-action jaw to provide high-security retraction of the gastric fundus with a minimized risk of serosal injury.

• Ergonomic Handle Variety: The set includes 33122 Comfort Grip handles for standard tasks and the 33125 Insulated Handle (without ratchet) for procedures requiring fluid, non-locking tactile feedback during dissection.

Set Components & Reference Numbers

• 1x 30623GB: Gastric Retractor (10 mm x 36 cm) with Luer-lock cleaning port.

• 3x 33400: CLICKline® Insulated Outer Tubes (5 mm x 43 cm).

• 1x 33410ML: CLICKline® Kelly Dissecting & Grasping Forceps Insert.

• 2x 33410FG: CLICKline® Fundus Grasping Forceps Inserts (Double Action).

• 2x 33122: CLICKline® Plastic Handles with Comfort Grip and Ratchet.

• 1x 33125: CLICKline® Insulated Handle (No Ratchet).

• 1x Sterilization Tray: Dedicated Karl Storz stainless steel tray for organized storage.

Clinical & Institutional Advantages

• Superior Hygiene Standards: The take-apart nature of the CLICKline® system is a critical advantage for hospital CSSD/SPD teams, as it ensures that bioburden can be removed from areas that are inaccessible in non-modular instruments.

• Atraumatic Tissue Management: The Fundus and Kelly inserts are specifically selected for bariatric applications, where manipulating thick-walled gastric tissue requires a balance of high grip strength and tissue safety.

• Bariatric Optimized: The combination of 10 mm retraction and 43 cm 5 mm instruments provides a complete solution for navigating the increased depth and volume of the bariatric abdominal cavity.

Ideal Applications

• Bariatric Surgery: Gastric banding, Roux-en-Y gastric bypass, and sleeve gastrectomies.

• General Surgery: Nissen Fundoplication and complex hiatal hernia repairs.

• Teaching Facilities: The modular design is excellent for training residents on instrument assembly and mechanical tactile feedback.

Condition & Quality Assurance

• Status: Used — Excellent Condition.

• Integrity: All CLICKline® locking mechanisms and handle ratchets have been verified for secure engagement. The retractor lumen is clear and the Luer-lock interface is intact.

• Optics & Insulation: Shaft insulation has been inspected for integrity (no cracks or chips), ensuring safe use with electrosurgical energy if required.

• Packaging: Provided in a genuine Karl Storz sterilization tray to ensure protected transit and streamlined reprocessing.