Clinical categories from the GMDN nomenclature, which classifies devices by what they are and what they do rather than by who makes them.
Mitral open-surgery heart valve bioprostheses are biological replacements designed for surgical implantation to restore function to a damaged or diseased mitral valve. These devices, often made from animal tissue like pig or cow heart valves, are processed to become non-living but durable, offering a long-term solution for patients with severe valvular issues.
Multi-modality physical therapy systems combine multiple energy-based therapies—such as light, ultrasound, radio-frequency, or electrotherapy—in a single device to address soft-tissue injuries, neuromuscular disorders, and musculoskeletal conditions. These systems are used by professionals to noninvasively treat issues like joint pain, inflammation, stiffness, or muscle atrophy, and may also support aesthetic applications like skin contouring.
Multi-purpose surgical power tool systems are versatile, line-powered devices used in orthopedic, plastic, and general surgery to resect bones, cartilage, ligaments, and soft tissues. They combine a mains-powered control unit with interchangeable handpieces and attachments—such as drills, saws, burs, or shavers—to perform a range of procedures without being limited to a single function.
This category includes rapid agglutination test kits designed to detect antigens from multiple Salmonella species in clinical samples or culture isolates. Used primarily in laboratory or point-of-care settings, these devices provide quick results compared to traditional methods, helping to identify infections like salmonellosis early for faster treatment decisions.
Neonatal beds are specialized medical devices designed to provide safe, stable, and controlled environments for newborn infants, particularly in hospital settings like birthing units or neonatal intensive care. These beds typically feature a padded, enclosed structure mounted on wheels for easy mobility, often with integrated heating options to maintain optimal body temperature for fragile newborns.
Non-evacuated urine specimen containers are single-use plastic cups designed to collect, preserve, and transport urine samples for laboratory testing, such as culture or chemical analysis. Their simple, additive-free design ensures specimens remain stable during handling and transit without chemical interference.
A patient positioner base plate is a flat, reusable attachment designed to secure to surgical or radiological tables. It serves as a stable foundation for positioning aids like headrests, arch frames, or immobilization devices, ensuring precise and repeatable patient alignment during procedures such as orthopedic surgery or radiation therapy.
A subcutaneous tunneller is a handheld surgical tool used to create a controlled passage under the skin for placing medical devices like catheters or shunts. It guides devices between entry and exit points without penetrating deep tissues, ensuring precise subcutaneous placement for procedures such as medication delivery or shunt insertion.
Surgical instrument maintenance lubricants are non-sterile solutions designed to protect surgical tools before sterilization. They prevent parts from sticking, reduce corrosion, and extend the lifespan of instruments by ensuring smooth functionality during use. These lubricants can be applied as a spray or immersion solution, often referred to as 'instrument milk' due to their milky appearance when diluted.
A surgical torque wrench adaptor connects the main body of a surgical wrench to various distal end pieces, enabling precise torque application during invasive procedures. These adaptors are designed to work with different surgical tools, ensuring compatibility and controlled tightening or loosening of components like screws or implants.
A total wrist radius prosthesis is an implantable device used to replace the damaged distal end of the radius bone, typically in cases of severe fractures or degenerative conditions like arthritis. It provides structural support and restores wrist function by mimicking the natural joint surface, often paired with a spacer or other components to ensure proper articulation.
Zinc oxide eugenol (ZOE) dental cement is a professional-use material used primarily in restorative dentistry. Clinically, it serves as a luting agent to secure crowns, bridges, or inlays, as well as a liner or base under restorations to protect dental pulp, or as a temporary filling material during procedures.
Assistive jackets are wearable garments designed to support individuals with physical disabilities, providing stability, mobility aid, and independence. They feature adjustable fastenings, wide sleeves, and pockets to accommodate specific needs, such as ease of dressing or carrying adaptive tools.
Dental laboratory mandrels are sturdy, round shafts used in dental labs to securely hold rotating tools like grinding wheels, polishing disks, or saws. They attach to dental handpieces or lathes, enabling high-speed precision work on dental restorations such as crowns or bridges.
A dermatome handpiece is an electrically-powered surgical tool used to harvest thin, precise skin grafts or remove small skin lesions. Clinically, it ensures controlled depth and consistency in tissue removal, reducing trauma and improving outcomes for procedures like burn treatment or reconstructive surgery.
A digital x-ray conversion system is a retrofit solution that transforms traditional analogue x-ray equipment into a digital imaging setup. It captures x-ray images using a digital detector (like a flat panel) and processes them into viewable, storable digital files, enabling modern diagnostic workflows without replacing the existing x-ray generator or controls.
A diagnostic x-ray digital imaging system workstation is a standalone unit that processes and displays radiological images captured by x-ray-based systems like CT scanners or fluoroscopy. Clinically, it enables radiologists and technicians to view, enhance, and analyze images for diagnostic purposes, often integrating with PACS for long-term storage and retrieval.
A dual-chamber, rate-responsive pacemaker is a surgically implanted device designed to regulate abnormal heart rhythms by delivering timed electrical impulses to both the atrium and ventricle. It automatically adjusts pacing rates based on the body’s needs—such as increased activity or oxygen demand—using built-in sensors to improve circulation and maintain a natural heart rhythm.
An ear snare is a reusable surgical tool used in ENT procedures to remove tissue, such as tumors or damaged areas, from the ear. It features a loop mechanism that securely grasps tissue before cutting it mechanically—without electrical ablation—during operations like ear canal or tympanic membrane surgery.
Ki67 antigen in vitro diagnostic (IVD) antibodies are laboratory tools designed to detect the Ki67 protein, a marker used to assess cell proliferation in tissue samples. Clinically, these devices help diagnose and monitor conditions like cancer by identifying actively dividing cells, aiding in prognosis and treatment planning.
A middle ear malleus nipper is a precision surgical tool designed for otologic procedures, specifically to carefully cut or remove the malleus bone within the middle ear. These instruments are essential during procedures like stapedectomy or ossicular chain reconstruction, where controlled bone manipulation is critical for restoring hearing function.
Physical therapy transcutaneous electrical stimulation systems are line-powered devices that deliver controlled electrical pulses through the skin to address neuromuscular conditions. Clinically, they’re used for pain relief (via TENS), muscle re-education, reducing spasms, preventing atrophy, or improving circulation—often in post-op or rehabilitation settings.
Piezoelectric lithotripsy systems are medical devices designed to break down stones (calculi) in the body without surgery. Using focused shock waves generated by piezoelectric crystals, these systems target kidney stones, urinary tract stones, gallstones, or obstructions in the bile or pancreatic ducts, enabling non-invasive treatment for patients.
Pipette tips are disposable, narrow cylindrical attachments designed to fit onto pipettes or dispensers, enabling precise liquid handling in laboratory or clinical settings. They help control the volume of fluid drawn and dispensed, reducing contamination and ensuring accuracy in procedures like sample preparation, cell culture, or diagnostic testing.
Radiological breast positioners (non-wearable) are designed to stabilize and properly align the breast during medical imaging, surgery, or radiation therapy. These devices—often in the form of frames, cushions, or preformed pads—ensure consistent positioning for accurate diagnostics or treatment planning, reducing motion artifacts and improving image quality.
Urine sediment IVD controls are laboratory reference materials designed to validate the accuracy and reliability of tests that analyze urine sediment for diagnostic purposes. Clinically, they help ensure that assays detecting elements like cells, crystals, or bacteria in urine provide consistent and trustworthy results for conditions such as urinary tract infections or kidney disease.
A video intubation laryngoscope blade is a disposable, rigid tool designed for airway management during anesthesia or emergency procedures. It features a camera at the tip to project real-time images of the vocal cords and trachea onto a monitor, guiding the placement of an endotracheal tube while minimizing manual manipulation of the tongue.
A wearable sequential venous compression system is a portable, battery-powered device designed to be wrapped around the calf. It uses rhythmic compression to stimulate blood and lymphatic flow, helping reduce swelling, discomfort, and the risk of blood clots in the legs.
A wrist/hand/finger stable-position orthosis is a wearable brace designed to support and stabilize the hand’s natural arch while keeping the thumb in a functional position. Clinically, these devices are used to reduce pain, prevent deformities, or aid recovery after injuries, surgeries, or conditions like arthritis or carpal tunnel syndrome.
An anaesthesia workstation is a comprehensive system designed to deliver precise mixtures of medical gases and anaesthetic agents to patients during surgical procedures. These units integrate gas delivery systems, ventilators, and monitoring tools to support inhalation or intravenous anaesthesia across all patient populations.
An automated ophthalmic refractometer is an electrically powered device used by eye care professionals to objectively measure how light focuses on the retina, identifying refractive errors such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism. It works by projecting light into the eye and analyzing the reflected light to determine sphere, cylinder, axis, and sometimes higher-order aberrations, providing data in diopters to guide vision correction prescriptions.
This category refers to a reusable sterilization container that holds a set of non-sterile implantable components for internal spinal fixation, such as bone screws, rods, connectors, and hooks. The container and its contents are designed to be sterilized together before use in spinal surgery, allowing surgeons to select appropriate implant sizes during the procedure.
This category includes pneumatically powered surgical handpieces or sets used in non-dental bone and joint procedures. These devices are designed to accept interchangeable endpieces such as drill bits, saw blades, or burs for drilling, cutting, or inserting into bone and tough tissues during surgery.
A cardiac stress exercise monitoring system is an integrated set of devices that records a patient’s ECG signals from electrodes on the limbs and chest while the patient performs graded exercise, often on an ergometer or similar equipment. The system captures the heart’s electrical activity, analyzes the data, displays results, and can control the exercise workload, giving clinicians a comprehensive view of heart rate and rhythm during stress.
A dental bridge, metal-polymer is a custom-made, non-removable prosthetic device designed to replace one or more missing teeth. It consists of an artificial tooth or teeth fused to a metal alloy framework, with a tooth-coloured polymer veneer for aesthetics, and is permanently fixed to adjacent natural teeth, tooth roots, or dental implants.
General-purpose medical foam padding consists of rolls, sheets or pre‑formed shapes of synthetic foam that are placed on or compress a specific area of the body. They are used for preventative and therapeutic purposes such as adding cushioning under casts, splints, compression bandages, or filling anatomical depressions, typically on intact, healthy skin.
A haematological concentrate system is a collection of tools used at the point of care to isolate specific cells from a patient's own blood or bone marrow. By using centrifugal force, these systems prepare platelet-rich plasma or bone marrow aspirate concentrate to support healing or graft integration during surgical procedures.
This category covers electrically powered laboratory pumps designed to generate vacuum for use in scientific settings. They are commonly used to aspirate liquids from sample containers, draw fluids through filtration systems, and create negative pressure environments for drying or separation processes.
Medical equipment handle covers are single-use, non-sterile barriers designed to protect healthcare professionals from direct contact with potentially contaminated handles of tools like examination or treatment lights. They create a hygienic layer between the user’s hands and the equipment, reducing the risk of cross-contamination during clinical procedures.
A midstream urine specimen container IVD is a single‑use, covered plastic receptacle designed to receive a urine sample collected after the initial portion of voided urine has been discarded. It holds the midstream portion for laboratory analysis or other investigations, often accompanied by accessories such as towelettes.
Automatic perimeter devices are diagnostic tools used in ophthalmology to map a patient’s peripheral vision by presenting controlled visual stimuli. They automatically generate random light spots and record responses, producing a visual field chart that helps detect and monitor conditions like glaucoma or retinal diseases.
Phototherapy eye protectors are reusable devices designed to shield a patient’s eyes from harmful light rays, such as ultraviolet (UV), during medical treatments like phototherapy. These devices come in various forms—including goggles, specialized spectacles, or mechanical shields—and are tailored to different age groups, from premature infants to adults. Their primary purpose is to prevent eye damage while ensuring the rest of the body receives the intended therapeutic light exposure. Proper eye protection is critical during these treatments to avoid complications like retinal injury or discomfort.
A pulse oximeter probe is a non-invasive sensor placed on the skin to measure oxygen saturation in arterial blood by detecting light absorption through tissue. It works with a separate oximeter monitor to provide real-time SpO2 readings, commonly used in clinical settings to assess respiratory and cardiovascular status.
Radionuclide sources for quality assurance are radioactive isotopes used to test and calibrate radiation detection instruments and equipment. They help ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements in medical and laboratory settings by providing consistent radiation emissions.
Synovial fluid supplementation media are sterile, viscous solutions or gels—often based on hyaluronic acid and its derivatives—that are injected into large, load‑bearing joints such as the hip or knee. They are used clinically to restore joint cushioning when the body’s natural synovial fluid has lost viscosity due to degenerative conditions.
An umbilical catheter is a slender, flexible tube inserted into the blood vessels of a newborn's umbilical cord to provide direct vascular access. These devices are primarily used to deliver fluids, monitor vital signs, or collect blood samples for diagnostic testing.
A user-induced pipette is a manual device used to draw, transfer, and dispense small volumes of liquids in laboratory or clinical settings. It consists of a slender glass or plastic tube with volume markings and relies on the user creating suction—either by mouth or via a squeezable bulb—to aspirate and hold fluid, then releasing it through controlled venting or bulb compression.
An assisted reproduction procedure dish is a sterile container used to prepare and culture sperm, eggs, or embryos during assisted reproductive techniques such as in‑vitro fertilization and intracytoplasmic sperm injection. The dish provides a controlled environment that supports fertilization and early embryo development while allowing clinicians to manipulate and observe the cells under a microscope.
A dental drilling system attachment is a reusable component that connects to a dental handpiece to enable specific functions during oral procedures. These attachments, such as straight, contra-angle, or right-angle designs, allow clinicians to access hard-to-reach areas in the mouth for tasks like cavity preparation, tooth cleaning, or preparing teeth for crowns and bridges.
Dental tooth-cleaning solutions are liquids or gels used by dental professionals to clean tooth surfaces and cavities. They are often applied before or after a dental procedure, such as a restoration or implantation, to remove plaque and prevent gingivitis. These solutions typically contain cleaning agents and may help prevent the accumulation of plaque and gingivitis.
A digital imaging storage phosphor screen is a photostimulatable plate used in computed radiography to capture and temporarily store X-ray images. After exposure to radiation from an X-ray system, the plate is scanned to release the stored energy as light, which is then converted into a digital image.
An electronic oesophageal stethoscope is a single-use medical device designed to be placed in a patient's oesophagus to listen to internal body sounds such as heart and lung activity, commonly during anaesthesia. It may also include integrated temperature sensing capabilities to monitor core body temperature via a thermistor or similar sensor, with electrical conductors linking the sensing elements to a proximal connector for attachment to standard monitoring equipment or earpieces.
This category includes reusable dental endpieces designed to attach to a dental power tool handpiece for the purpose of distributing root canal sealer, cement, or paste evenly within the root canal system. These devices are typically thin metal rods featuring a spiral, helicoidal, or circular design—such as a Lentulo-type configuration—that enables lateral application of obturation material during endodontic procedures.
An endodontic stopper is a small, flat ring made of elastic material such as silicone that is placed on an endodontic instrument like a file to serve as a depth gauge during root canal procedures. It helps the clinician determine how far the instrument has penetrated into the root canal by providing a visual and tactile reference point at a set distance from the tip.
A humeral stem extension prosthesis is a sterile, implantable component used in total shoulder replacements when a large portion of the humerus has been removed, such as after trauma or tumor resection. It attaches to the proximal end of the humeral stem and provides the extra length needed to connect to the humeral body, and it is made from metals like cobalt‑chrome‑molybdenum or titanium.
An intrauterine curette, suction is a sterile, hand-held instrument designed to remove tissue from the uterine lining using gentle scraping combined with suction. It is used clinically in gynaecological procedures such as early pregnancy termination or management of miscarriage, where controlled evacuation of uterine contents is required.
A leg/knee cushion is a soft pillow or pad designed to be placed under or between a patient's legs or knees while lying down. It is used to support the treatment or prevention of musculoskeletal and circulatory disorders by reducing pressure, improving postural alignment, enhancing blood flow in the lower extremities, or helping prevent pressure sores and ulcers.
An orthopaedic bone-reduction tool is a hand-held manual surgical instrument used to realign fractured long bones, such as the femur, by being inserted into the intramedullary canal to reposition bone fragments into proper alignment. It is designed to assist surgeons in achieving fracture reduction prior to reaming and nailing procedures, allowing for precise manipulation under image-intensifier guidance.
A patient monitoring system module for pulse oximetry is a compact unit that measures the oxygen saturation of hemoglobin in arterial blood (SpO2) using light-based technology. It works by emitting light from an LED in a probe and detecting how much light is absorbed by the blood, providing real-time SpO2 readings when connected to a larger patient monitoring system.
A revision uncoated femoral stem prosthesis is a sterile, implantable device used to replace the proximal femoral neck when a total hip replacement needs revision, often because of wear. It consists of two or more metal segments that are joined together during surgery to restore hip function.
A surgical depth gauge, single-use, is an instrument used during operations to measure how deep a hole or recess is in bone, helping the surgeon select the appropriate length of a bone screw. The device typically features a sliding prong, a disc that rides on a drill bit, or a marked rod that provides a direct depth reading.
A surgical eye pressure shield is a non-sterile device is a rigid external shield designed to cover and protect a patient's eyes during surgical procedures. It prevents ocular injury by guarding against accidental pressure from hands, instruments, or patient positioning, and is intended to adhere securely to the face around the eyes.
An amniocentesis kit, medicated, single-use is a sterile collection system designed to withdraw amniotic fluid through the abdominal wall for laboratory analysis. It typically contains a needle with a stylet, a syringe, specimen containers with transport medium, drapes, dressings, and the necessary pharmaceuticals, and is used primarily between 16 and 18 weeks of pregnancy for diagnosing congenital conditions or later in pregnancy to assess fetal maturity.
This category refers to a reusable dental imaging system that uses a cassette to protect a phosphor storage plate during handling and exposure. The plate captures dental X-ray images, which are later scanned by a laser reader to produce digital radiographs for diagnostic use.
An emergency airway clearance suction system, electric is a portable device assembly designed to remove fluids, secretions, or other unwanted materials from a patient’s airway during urgent situations such as transport or resuscitation. It is commonly used in non-surgical settings like ambulances, emergency departments, or crash carts to maintain airway patency when immediate suction is needed.
Endomyocardial biopsy forceps are sterile, single-use instruments used to collect small tissue samples from the heart’s inner lining (endomyocardium) during procedures like catheterization. Clinically, these samples help diagnose conditions such as heart transplant rejection, cardiomyopathies, myocarditis, or damage from chemotherapy drugs like anthracyclines.
This category includes software applications designed to help healthcare professionals create, adjust, and save medication dosage settings—known as protocols—for use with electronic infusion or syringe pumps. These tools support safe and accurate medication delivery in both hospital settings, such as IV pole-mounted systems, and ambulatory environments where patients receive treatment while mobile.
A lumbar total intervertebral disc prosthesis is an implantable device designed to replace a damaged or degenerated disc in the lower (lumbar) spine. It is used clinically to restore disc height, relieve pain, and preserve spinal motion by mimicking the function of a natural disc.
A non-rechargeable public automated external defibrillator is a portable electronic device designed to detect life-threatening heart rhythms such as ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia in a person experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. Once detected, it automatically delivers an electrical shock through adhesive pads placed on the chest to restore a normal heart rhythm, and is intended for use by laypersons in public settings.
This category includes flexible plastic pouches designed to collect urine from adult or adolescent patients via connection to a urinary catheter or condom catheter. The device features an open end for drainage and is not worn or attached directly to the patient’s body, serving as an external reservoir for urine output.
A patient positioning sensor is a device that detects movement and sends a signal to a parent device, which then displays the position of the sensor and makes any necessary adjustments. This type of sensor is used to monitor the position of a patient or object during medical procedures, such as computer-assisted surgery. It helps ensure that implants or other devices are placed correctly. The sensor can be attached to the patient's body, such as their leg, to track their movement and position.
An ambulatory insulin infusion pump reservoir is a single-use container designed to hold insulin for delivery by a body-worn pump. It functions as a replaceable cartridge that works with the pump system to administer patient-controlled doses of insulin to individuals managing diabetes while mobile.
A blood centrifugation system containment kit is a sterile, single-use set of components designed to work within a blood processing centrifuge. It is used to separate blood or cellular products—such as umbilical cord blood or bone marrow—into their constituent parts like cells and plasma during automated processing.
Buffered wash solution IVD refers to a type of in vitro diagnostic reagent designed to be used during laboratory testing procedures. It functions to remove unbound substances, reduce background interference, and maintain optimal conditions for accurate detection in assays involving clinical specimens.
This category includes antibody-based in vitro diagnostic devices designed to detect cadherin proteins in clinical specimens. These devices use immunoglobulins that bind specifically to cadherin family members, such as E-cadherin, N-cadherin, or desmoglein, to support qualitative or quantitative analysis in laboratory settings.
An electroencephalographic monitoring system is an electrically powered device assembly used to continuously measure and record the electrical activity of a patient's brain, producing an electroencephalogram (EEG) to assess brain function. It is commonly used in clinical settings such as examination rooms or intensive care units, often at the bedside, to support neurological evaluation.
A facial mandibular prosthesis is a sterile implant designed to surgically reconstruct deficits in the lower jaw. These devices are used to restore structure and function to the mandible when bone loss or damage occurs.
A gingival retraction cord packing tool is a hand-held dental instrument used to gently push a retraction cord into the space between a tooth and the surrounding gum tissue. This creates temporary separation to improve visibility and access during dental procedures such as crown or bridge preparation.
A glucose analyser IVD for home use is an electrically powered device that measures the amount of glucose in a drop of whole blood taken from a fingertip. It is intended for self-testing by individuals without medical training, primarily to help people with diabetes monitor and manage their blood sugar levels.
A gutta-percha injector is a hand-held, pistol-shaped device used in endodontic procedures to deliver heated and softened gutta-percha into the root canal. The device warms solid gutta-percha sticks until pliable, then extrudes them through a nozzle to fill and seal the canal space during root canal therapy.
An internal spinal fixation system cable is an implantable device used to apply corrective force to vertebrae in the treatment of spinal deformities such as scoliosis. It is designed to be anchored to the spine via screws or hooks and tightened to stabilize or realign the spinal column.
A long bone distraction plate, magnetic is an implantable device designed to be fixed to a long bone such as the femur, tibia, or humerus. It uses overlapping plate segments with integrated magnets that can be adjusted noninvasively via an external magnetic control device to gradually lengthen or stabilize the bone, supporting fracture healing, managing pathological conditions, or enabling limb lengthening.
A medical device integration rack is a stationary or mobile cabinet-like structure designed to mount, organize, and support multiple medical devices that are intended to work together as an integrated system. It provides physical support, electrical connectivity via grounded outlets, and functional workspaces such as pull-out shelves or surfaces to facilitate coordinated use of interconnected instrumentation in clinical settings.
This category includes portable, electrically powered instruments designed for use by healthcare professionals at the point of care to perform in vitro testing for multiple clinical chemistry analytes from a single clinical specimen. These devices enable rapid qualitative and/or quantitative detection of substances such as electrolytes, proteins, lipids, liver and cardiac markers, and enzymes using technologies like microfluidics, spectrophotometry, or chemiluminescence.
A nasal depth gauge is a reusable manual instrument used to measure the depth of nasal cavities and paranasal sinuses during diagnostic or surgical procedures. It is typically a slender, handheld metallic rod with a blunt tip and calibrated rings at the distal end to allow precise depth assessment.
A non-evacuated blood collection tube IVD, no additive is a single-use glass or plastic tube with a stopper that contains no additives. It is used to collect, preserve, and/or transport blood samples for laboratory analysis or other investigations.
A paranasal sinus trephine is a surgical tool used in ENT procedures to precisely remove small, circular sections of bone or tissue from the sinus cavities. It is commonly employed during sinus surgery to create openings for drainage or to access blocked areas, improving airflow and reducing infection risk.
Peristomal/periwound dressings are non-sterile materials designed to protect the skin around a stoma or wound from exposure to bodily fluids such as feces, urine, or exudate. They are applied directly to the peristomal or periwound area to create a barrier that helps prevent skin irritation, maceration, or breakdown, and may also assist in improving the adhesion and seal of ostomy appliances or wound dressings.
This category includes software programs designed to enhance or extend the functionality of single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT) imaging systems. These applications provide specialized image processing, analysis, or visualization capabilities that support clinical interpretation of SPECT studies.
A soft-tissue surgical hook, single-use is a hand-held manual instrument used during surgery to grasp and apply gentle traction to delicate tissues such as skin, blood vessels, organs, or ducts. It features a handle and a tapered shaft ending in one or more slender hooks, designed to lift or hold tissue in place to improve surgical access and visibility without cutting or retracting wound edges.
A surgical camera lens is an optical component used in endoscopic or laparoscopic imaging systems to adjust how light is focused, allowing clinicians to modify the field of view, magnification, or image clarity during procedures. It is typically made of glass and designed to be reused after proper cleaning and sterilization processes.
A fluid-filled teething device is a circular or cylindrical item that contains water or a similar liquid and is designed to be bitten by a patient, typically an infant or adult, to help soothe sore gums during the teething process. Because the device is reusable, it can be cleaned and used repeatedly for ongoing comfort.
A thermoplastic-moulding water bath is an AC‑powered unit that heats water to a controlled temperature for softening thermoplastic sheets used in making body positioning, fixation, splint and orthotic devices. The bath includes a large pan, temperature controls, a thermostat or thermometer, and often a timer, allowing clinicians to heat the material to the specific range required for molding.
A water jet knife system handpiece is a single-use, sterile surgical tool designed to cut or dissect tissue using a high-pressure stream of sterile water. Clinically, it is used in minimally invasive procedures to reduce trauma, improve precision, and minimize blood loss during operations like spinal surgery or soft tissue dissection.
An arteriovenous shunt is an implanted synthetic device that creates a connection between an artery and a vein, usually in the arm, to allow repeated access to the bloodstream for medical procedures. It is primarily used to support hemodialysis in patients who cannot have a natural arteriovenous fistula formed or who have depleted their peripheral veins for access.
A bare-metal tracheal/bronchial stent is a non-bioabsorbable tubular implant designed to be placed in the trachea or bronchi to keep the airway open when it is narrowed or blocked due to disease, trauma, or tumor growth. It maintains luminal patency by providing structural support, allowing airflow and secretion clearance, and is used in patients with malignant or benign central airway obstruction.
Cardiopulmonary bypass system centrifugal pump drive units are medical devices that power and control the speed of disposable centrifugal pumps used during heart surgeries. These devices circulate blood through an extracorporeal circuit for gas exchange and reinfusion, supporting patients during cardiopulmonary bypass procedures.
A continuous electronic patient thermometer is a battery-powered device designed to monitor a patient's body temperature over time. It is used clinically during procedures such as general anaesthesia, or in the management of conditions like hypothermia and hyperthermia, where ongoing temperature tracking is essential. The device consists of an electronic unit connected to a probe that senses temperature changes and converts them into electrical signals, which are processed and displayed as real-time temperature readings.
A flexible video laryngoscope is an endoscope designed with a bendable insertion tube for viewing and treating the larynx. It is passed through the mouth during laryngoscopy, and real-time images from a video system at the tip are displayed on a monitor to assist in evaluating or managing conditions such as laryngeal strictures, foreign bodies, or neoplasms.
A heel stirrup is a medical device designed to securely support a patient's heel during procedures, keeping the foot in a stable position. It is commonly used in pairs to maintain the lithotomy position for obstetric, gynecological, urological, or rectal examinations and surgeries.