373 devices · GMDN 12695
Nail clippers are handheld, reusable instruments designed to trim or cut nails in clinical settings. Their hinged blades create a controlled chopping motion to safely remove excess nail material, helping maintain hygiene and prevent overgrowth or complications related to nail care.
These devices are typically regulated as surgical instruments, often requiring compliance with general medical device safety standards. They are commonly supplied as reusable tools, intended for repeated use after proper cleaning and sterilization between patients.
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