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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, Adept-Med has been the exclusive manufacturer of the Glassman Viscera Retainer, FISH for more than 40 years.

Many surgeons thought it looked like a flounder and started calling it the “Fish.” The nickname eventually stuck.

The retainer is pliable and will fold for easy removal reducing the risk of damage to organs and tissue. Strap retractors can have sharp metal edges that damage organs and tissue, wrapping can be left behind.

The exclusive ring, which indicates a Retained Foreign Object (RFO) and facilitates removal.

Ten, except in the case of the Jumbo, which come five to a box.

A box of 10, except the Jumbo size, which comes in a box of five.

The inner strip in the 3202, 3204, 3206, 3207, and 3212 is radiopaque. The 3200, 3201, 3203 do not have an inner strip and are not radiopaque.

No.

No.

No.

With gamma irradiation.

No. The small holes in the devices can harbor pathogens, blood, etc. Post-ETO sterility testing was conducted in an independent laboratory. ETO failed to yield positive sterilization, and autoclave/flash sterilization will destroy these closure devices.

Two years from the manufacturing date. Each box has a clearly indicated Use By / Expiration Date.

Yes. This direct contact is what enables the Magnatreve to pick up even the smallest needles and other ferrous metal objects.

We only give free samples of the following sizes: 3200, 3201, 3202, 3203, 3204, 3206, 3207

Yes. To place an order, please call 800-222-8445.

Hospitals can place their first order the same day they call or fax it in. You do not have to submit any financial information to open an account.

Yes, we accept both Visa and MasterCard.

Yes, we accept ACH and other forms of e-commerce payments.

Net 20 days, with shipping prepaid and added or using the customer’s freight account.

Within eight business hours of receiving the order.

No.

Exclusively in the United States.

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