Patent ID: 6659945
Filing Date: 2003-12-09
Classification: A61B

Abstract:
A retraction retaining device comprising:a first ring portion having an upper surface and defining a first end and a second end; a first plurality of posts disposed on said upper surface of said first ring portion, each post configured to retain an instrument; a second ring portion having an upper surface and defining a first end and a second end, said first ring portion and said second ring portion defining a plane; a second plurality of posts disposed on said upper surface of said second ring portion, each post configured to retain an instrument; a first hinge coupled to and between said first ends; and a second hinge coupled to and between said second ends; said first and second hinges configured to: allow said first and second ring portions to pivot downwardly with respect to the plane; and prevent said first and second ring portions from pivoting upwardly with respect to the plane.