84 devices · GMDN 44771
External defibrillation electrodes for adults are single-use medical devices designed to deliver controlled electrical shocks to the heart during emergencies like cardiac arrest or rapid, irregular heart rhythms. When paired with an external defibrillator, these electrodes help restore a normal heartbeat by transmitting the shock through adhesive pads placed on the chest or back, covering the heart’s region.
These devices are typically regulated as single-use medical products, often requiring compliance with safety and performance standards to ensure proper function during critical moments. They are commonly supplied as part of a defibrillator kit, with electrodes pre-connected to a cable for direct use with the defibrillator unit.
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