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About Hegenberger Medical

Hegenberger Medical is an award-winning UK healthcare company and home of the revolutionary Swedish designed Hegenberger Retractor. The Hegenberger Retractor is a Scandinavian innovation, optimizing the suturing procedure and treatment of postpartum trauma by improving visibility and access for clinicians. The first innovation in the field of obstetric practice by a midwife for almost 200 years. The Hegenberger Retractor - A device used by a qualified physician or midwife to help optimize the repair of postpartum perineal trauma (tearing or episiotomy) as a result of vaginal childbirth. Hegenberger medical is dedicated to improving maternal health and postpartum suturing outcomes and improving the birth experiences of millions of women worldwide. More than 85% of women having a vaginal birth suffer some degree of perineal trauma (a tear or episiotomy). It is estimated that at least one third of women in the UK and US require perineal suturing following birth. ✓ Made from smooth plastic instead of metal for comfort and ease of use. ✓ Works by insertion into the patient’s vagina and expands the area to give a clear view and access to the trauma area. ✓ Stays expanded throughout the procedure to keep the patient comfortable and clinicians in control. ✓ Acts like a third hand enabling "2 free hands suturing" by a single clinician.