119 devices · GMDN 64011
A general-purpose absorbent tip applicator/swab is a reusable, hand-held tool designed for cleaning wounds, applying substances, or collecting specimens in healthcare settings. Its slender, metal handle holds an absorbent material like cotton at the tip, allowing versatile use across various superficial sites without specialization for a single body area or orifice.
These devices are typically regulated as medical instruments, often requiring compliance with general safety and performance standards depending on the jurisdiction. They are commonly supplied as reusable items, requiring maintenance protocols to ensure sterility and functionality between uses, though specific regulations may vary by country or region.
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