228 devices · GMDN 37151
A laparoscopic access cannula dilator is a reusable surgical tool designed to create a controlled pathway for inserting larger laparoscopic cannulas. It helps surgeons safely expand the working access port during minimally invasive procedures, reducing tissue trauma while facilitating better instrument access.
These devices are typically reusable and regulated as surgical instruments, often requiring compliance with general medical device standards. They are supplied sterile or non-sterile depending on manufacturer specifications, with classification varying by jurisdiction based on risk factors.
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