Abstract: A device for maintaining an incision in an opened condition during an operation. A holder is provided having a distal end and a proximal end. At least one projection is provided at the distal end of the holder. The at least one projection is formed to engage a peripheral edge of an incision for maintaining the incision in an open condition. A predetermined weight is formed on the proximal end of the holder for providing a predetermined gravitational force for maintaining the holder in a predetermined position for maintaining the incision in an open condition.