15 devices · GMDN 33404
A tympanostomy tube inserter, reusable is a hand-held surgical instrument used by ENT specialists to place tympanostomy tubes into the eardrum during procedures to treat middle ear fluid buildup or recurrent infections. The device guides the tube through the ear canal and is withdrawn after placement, allowing it to be cleaned, sterilized, and used again for multiple procedures.
As a reusable device, this category of instrument is subject to reprocessing requirements and is regulated based on its intended use and risk profile, with classification varying by jurisdiction. It is supplied as a non-sterile, reusable tool that must be cleaned and sterilized between uses according to manufacturer instructions and local health regulations.
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