Containers and methods for tissue storage during surgery

A container for storing at least one tissue sample, at least one implantable medical device, or a combination thereof during a medical procedure, the container comprising:

• a frame defining a plurality of retention compartments, each retention compartment having an up orientation and comprising sidewalls supported by the frame;
• wherein the sidewalls define a rim for each retention compartment in the plurality of retention compartments;
• wherein the up orientation of a first retention compartment in the plurality of retention compartments differs from the up orientation of a second retention compartment in the plurality of retention compartments;
• a stabilizing structure adjustably affixed to the frame and adapted to selectively stabilize the container in the up orientations of all of the retention compartments in the plurality of retention compartments, wherein the stabilizing structure comprises a first slot and a second slot adapted to receive a first rivet and a second rivet, respectively, to allow the stabilizing structure to be adjustably attached to the container;
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• wherein the stabilizing structure comprises a first wing adapted to selectively engage a vertical edge in the up orientation of the first retention compartment, and a second wing adapted to selectively engage the vertical edge in the up orientation of the second retention compartment.