2,158 devices · GMDN 40768
Hand-held extracorporeal ultrasound imaging transducers are reusable devices used to scan the body’s surface for diagnostic imaging. They emit ultrasound waves, detect echoes from tissues, and send data to a system for real-time image creation, aiding in procedures like musculoskeletal, abdominal, or vascular assessments.
These transducers are typically regulated as medical devices under general ultrasound imaging standards, with classification and supply rules varying by jurisdiction. They are not single-use and require proper cleaning, sterilization, and maintenance between procedures to ensure safety and performance.
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