Clinical categories from the GMDN nomenclature, which classifies devices by what they are and what they do rather than by who makes them.
A total reverse shoulder prosthesis is an artificial joint replacement designed for patients with severe shoulder damage, such as irreparable rotator cuff tears, advanced arthritis, or complex fractures. By reversing the natural anatomy, it attaches the ball component to the shoulder blade (scapula) and the socket to the upper arm bone (humerus), restoring mobility and pain relief where traditional implants fail.
Total shoulder prostheses are artificial joint replacements designed to restore function and relieve pain in severely damaged or degenerative shoulders. They replace both the ball (humeral head) and socket (glenoid) surfaces, often used for conditions like fractures, arthritis, or failed prior surgeries, and may include reverse geometry options for complex cases.
ENT elevators are reusable surgical tools designed to lift, position, or manipulate tissues and materials during ear, nose, and throat procedures. They come in various shapes—such as blunt hooks or prying blades—and are used for tasks like nasal fracture reduction, sinus access, or septal adjustments, depending on the specific model.
A nasal speculum is a reusable surgical tool designed to widen the nasal passage for better visualization and access during ENT procedures. By inserting the device into the nostril and expanding its blades, clinicians can examine nasal structures or perform interventions with greater precision and comfort for the patient.
Plastic surgery osteotomes are precision surgical tools used to cut, shape, or reshape small bones and cartilage during reconstructive or cosmetic procedures. Surgeons rely on them to refine structures like nasal cartilage, ensuring smooth contours and structural integrity during operations such as rhinoplasty or facial reconstruction.
General-purpose centrifuges for in vitro diagnostics (IVD) use centrifugal force to separate components in clinical samples like blood, urine, or tissue suspensions. These devices are essential in labs for preparing specimens—such as plasma, cells, or DNA—for further diagnostic testing, often after reagent addition or temperature-sensitive processing.
Surgical retractor blades are single-use tools designed to hold open surgical incisions or wounds during procedures, allowing surgeons clear access to the operative site. They attach to a stabilizing frame or arm and come in various shapes, sizes, and lengths to accommodate different anatomical needs, ensuring precision and stability during minimally invasive or open surgeries.
An alternating-pressure bed mattress overlay system combines a specialized overlay mattress with a pump that also serves as the control unit. The system continuously shifts pressure points on a patient’s body, helping to improve comfort and reduce the risk of pressure ulcers, especially for immobile or low‑body‑fat individuals.
Reinforced endotracheal tubes are hollow tubes inserted into the trachea to maintain an open airway during anesthesia, resuscitation, or ventilation when a patient cannot breathe adequately on their own. The wire reinforcement prevents the tube from kinking during movement, ensuring a stable airway while delivering oxygen and anesthetic gases to the lungs.
Single-use surgical instrument/endoscope cleaning utensils are disposable tools designed to clean both the exterior surfaces and internal lumens of surgical instruments and endoscopes. These devices come in various forms, such as brushes, wire loops, or metal strips, and are used to remove debris, tissue, or biofilm before or after procedures to ensure sterility and functionality of the equipment.
A surgical tamp is a hand-held instrument used during surgery to manually pack tissue or other materials into a wound or cavity. It features a shaft with a blunt tip at one end and a handle at the other, allowing the surgeon to apply pressure by hand or with a mallet to achieve effective tissue compression.
A unicondylar knee prosthesis is a partial knee replacement designed to restore function to a single damaged compartment of the knee—either the medial or lateral side—where cartilage has worn away due to arthritis or injury. It replaces the bearing surfaces of the femur and tibia with metal or polyethylene components, preserving the healthy portions of the joint while improving mobility and reducing pain for patients with localized knee damage.
Dentifrice refers to oral care products designed to clean and polish the surfaces of teeth, typically used with a toothbrush or dental handpiece. These products often contain mild abrasives, detergents, and flavorings to help remove plaque, freshen breath, and maintain oral hygiene through daily self-care or professional dental treatments.
An automated percutaneous diskectomy system is a medical device designed to remove the nucleus pulposus from a lumbar disc through a small incision in the skin. By resecting and aspirating disc material in a single motion, these systems provide a minimally invasive alternative to traditional surgical procedures and are often performed under local anesthesia.
An electric infusion pump administration set, single-use is a sterile collection of components such as tubing, connectors, valves, and needles or catheters designed to deliver fluids or medications from an electrically powered infusion pump into a patient’s body. It supports intravenous, subcutaneous, intramuscular, or epidural routes of administration and is intended for one-time use only to maintain sterility and prevent cross-contamination.
A nasal oxygen cannula, basic is a simple medical device used to deliver supplemental oxygen to patients through their nostrils. It consists of a flexible tube with prongs that sit inside the nasal passages, secured by a lightweight headband, making it ideal for long-term or continuous oxygen therapy in various clinical settings.
General-purpose surgical scissors are single-use hand-held instruments used to cut and dissect tissues during open surgical procedures. They are designed for broad clinical application rather than a specific anatomy, and may also be used to cut sutures and other surgical materials. The device features two pivoted shearing blades that cut as their sharpened edges pass against each other during closure.
Vacuum suction regulator sets are medical devices used to manage and control suction pressure in clinical environments. They connect to a central vacuum system to safely evacuate fluids, mucus, or solids during procedures like wound care, respiratory therapy, or general surgical drainage, ensuring precise suction levels for patient comfort and safety.
This category covers a collection of surgical instruments used by dental professionals to place implants or attach prostheses into the jawbone. The kit includes drills, taps, wrenches, screwdrivers, and trays designed to prepare the site and secure the restoration. These tools are built for repeated clinical use and do not contain any pharmaceutical components.
Compression/pressure gloves are wearable garments designed to fit snugly over the hand, providing even or graduated pressure to reduce swelling, control edema, and minimize scarring from conditions like arthritis or injuries. They are also used to manage lymphoedema by improving fluid circulation and reducing discomfort in affected areas.
A dental delivery system is a fixed, AC-powered setup that integrates essential utilities for dental procedures, including compressed air, water, suction, electricity, and often a dental light. These systems also feature integrated patient chairs and surfaces for treatment, along with instrument units to support dental staff during exams and procedures.
Intravenous administration bags and bottles are sterile, single-use containers designed to hold fluids like saline or medications for direct infusion into a patient’s bloodstream. They come in plastic or glass forms, may include multiple chambers, and sometimes feature short tubing for easier connection to IV lines, though they are not meant to be directly attached to the catheter itself.
Gastro-urological guidewires are flexible, single-use tools designed to help doctors navigate and position catheters, endoscopes, or other instruments through the gastrointestinal or urinary tracts. Their smooth, often coated surface reduces friction, while radiopaque markings allow real-time imaging to confirm proper placement during procedures.
A one-piece intestinal ostomy bag is a disposable pouch designed to collect formed stool from a colostomy stoma. It attaches directly to the skin with an adhesive flange and is removed once full, ensuring secure containment for patients with a faecal stoma.
Dental acrylic resin is a versatile material used in professional dental settings for temporary crowns, bridges, fillings, and removable prosthetics. It serves as a restorative or protective agent, often for short-term use (up to six months) or as a base material in removable appliances, and is typically applied via self-, light-, or dual-curing processes.
MRI system radio-frequency (RF) coils are specialized devices designed to transmit and receive RF signals during MRI scans. They play a critical role in improving image clarity by boosting signal strength and reducing noise, enabling better diagnostic accuracy for soft tissues and organs.
Peripheral artery stents, bare-metal, are tubular metal implants placed in arteries outside the heart (excluding major vessels like the aorta or coronary arteries) to keep them open. They treat blockages caused by atherosclerosis or restore blood flow after a complete artery blockage, improving circulation to limbs or organs. These stents are also sometimes used in obstructed bile ducts, though not in carotid arteries or connected to aortic stents. Made from durable metals like Nitinol, they expand either on their own or via a balloon to widen narrowed passages.
CPAP/BPAP nasal masks are reusable, form-fitting devices worn over the nose to deliver controlled air pressure for treating sleep-related breathing disorders like sleep apnea. They create a sealed interface with a CPAP or BPAP machine, ensuring steady airflow to keep airways open during sleep.
Orthodontic inter-bracket elastic chains are lightweight, flexible loops made of elastomeric material that connect adjacent brackets during braces treatment. Clinically, they apply gentle, continuous pressure to close small gaps between teeth or secure an archwire in place, aiding alignment without the need for additional wires or ligatures.
Hand/finger splints are reusable devices designed to immobilize injured or diseased hands and fingers, providing support, alignment, and protection during the healing process. These external devices are typically secured with self-retaining fasteners or bandage wraps to ensure proper positioning.
A ventilator breathing circuit, single-use is an assembly of components designed to deliver breathing gases from a ventilator to a patient’s artificial airway or respiratory mask. It includes tubing, a Y-piece connector, and ports for attaching humidifiers, medication delivery devices, and gas monitoring sensors, and is intended for one-time use only.
Internal spinal fixation procedure kits are surgical tool sets designed for spinal stabilization procedures, such as internal fixation or spinal fusion. These kits include instruments like screwdrivers, rasps, and drills to prepare the spine and secure implants during surgery, ensuring proper alignment and healing of the vertebrae.
Intranasal splints are temporary medical devices inserted through the nostril into the nasal cavity to control bleeding, reduce adhesion formation, and stabilize tissues after nasal surgery or trauma. They create a physical barrier to support healing while minimizing complications like scarring or obstruction during recovery.
A surgical retraction system mounting frame is a reusable, noninvasive device used to secure retraction blades around an incision during surgery. It helps hold open tissue edges to provide clear access for surgeons to operate on internal structures without direct manual retraction.
Constrained polyethylene acetabular liners are implantable components used in total hip replacement surgery to replace the damaged socket of the hip joint. They fit inside an acetabular shell and provide a smooth surface for the femoral head to articulate with, improving mobility and reducing pain for patients with severe arthritis or hip damage.
Depth electrodes are thin, flexible probes inserted into the brain to precisely record electrical activity or deliver targeted stimulation. Clinically, they help diagnose epilepsy by pinpointing seizure origins in hard-to-reach brain regions, such as the temporal or frontal lobes, or assist in mapping brain function for surgical planning.
A multi-purpose stereotactic surgery system is a precision tool designed for complex, minimally invasive surgeries across multiple specialties. It combines mechanical, optical, and often computerized components to guide surgical instruments with millimeter accuracy, enabling procedures like tumor removal, spinal interventions, or ENT surgeries with enhanced targeting and reduced risk.
An endaural surgical curette is a reusable, hand-held tool used in middle ear surgery to remove bony structures or debris, such as the superior bony rim or ear wax. Its serrated or blunt loop design allows precise scraping and cleaning within the ear canal during procedures like ossiculoplasty or cholesteatoma surgery.
Radiological image markers are implantable devices placed inside the body to create visible reference points on X‑ray, MRI, or nuclear medicine scans. Clinically, they help physicians locate and outline tumours, lesions, or other sites of interest so that treatment can be targeted more precisely. The marker itself is usually a small wire, bead, clip, or fluid that is compatible with the imaging system being used.
Surgical implant templates are single-use tools used to guide surgeons in selecting the correct size and positioning of non-dental implants during preoperative planning or surgery. They help ensure precise alignment and fit for implants like joint replacements, fracture fixation plates, or cranial plates by providing visual or physical reference patterns.
General-purpose ultrasound imaging systems are comprehensive medical devices used to capture, display, and analyze ultrasound images for a wide range of clinical procedures. They support extracorporeal and intracorporeal imaging, including cardiac, obstetric, gynecological, endoscopic, breast, prostate, vascular, and intra-surgical applications. These systems typically include a mains-powered data processing unit, integrated software, and a monitor, and are often configured as mobile assemblies to support various transducers and application software packages.
A hand-held dental retractor is a reusable surgical instrument designed to manually push aside soft tissues inside the mouth. This displacement improves visibility and access to the surgical site while also offering protection to those tissues during oral procedures. The device typically consists of a metal handle and a shaped or hooked blade.
Open-surgery bipolar electrosurgical handpieces are single-use tools designed for precise tissue cutting and coagulation during open surgical procedures. These devices deliver controlled electrosurgical energy directly to targeted tissues, often featuring ergonomic designs like pen, forceps, or scissors shapes to improve surgeon handling and precision.
This category covers non-adjustable orthopaedic bone staples, which are rigid, implantable metal devices used to fixate fractured bones or secure soft tissues like ligaments and tendons to bone. They are also employed in corrective procedures for skeletal deformities by inhibiting growth across epiphyseal cartilage. Typically U-shaped and made of metal alloy, these staples are designed for permanent placement within the skeletal structure.
Glass ionomer dental cement is a professional-use material used in dental procedures to bond fillings, seal tooth surfaces, or restore minor cavities. It sets through a chemical reaction between glass powder and an acidic liquid, forming a durable yet biocompatible material that can also release fluoride to help protect teeth.
Peripheral vascular intervention infusion catheters are flexible tubes used during cardiovascular procedures to deliver fluids like contrast agents or medications directly into the peripheral blood vessels. They may feature side holes, expandable frames, or balloons to enhance precision and effectiveness in targeted areas, such as dissolving clots or improving drug distribution.
Metallic osteotomy fusion cages are implantable devices placed between cut bone ends to stabilize and promote healing after an osteotomy procedure. They help maintain proper alignment while the bone fuses, often used in long bones like the femur or tibia, as well as smaller bones such as the tarsal or carpal regions.
Pulmonary function analysis systems for adults measure how well the lungs work by assessing airflow, lung volume, and gas exchange. Clinically, they help diagnose respiratory conditions like asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or cystic fibrosis, and guide treatment decisions, including pre-surgical evaluations.
Tympanostomy tubes are small, surgically inserted devices placed through the eardrum to maintain airflow and drainage in the middle ear. Clinically, they are used to treat chronic ear infections, fluid buildup, or hearing issues caused by conditions like otitis media, allowing the ear to function normally while the underlying problem resolves.
Ankle prosthesis trial devices are temporary, reusable models used during ankle replacement surgery to help surgeons assess the correct alignment, sizing, and fit of the final implant components. They mimic the shape and function of the permanent prosthesis, allowing for precise preoperative planning before attaching the definitive tibial, talar, or bearing component.
Metallic ligation clips are small, permanent clamps used in surgery to seal off blood vessels, lymphatic vessels, or other tubular structures. They are typically applied during procedures like vascular surgeries, laparoscopic cholecystectomies, or other minimally invasive operations to ensure secure occlusion without sutures.
Dental implant abutment analogs are reusable, rod-shaped devices used in dental laboratories to replicate the shape and position of a dental implant abutment. They serve as a guide during the creation of a working model, ensuring precise orientation and fit for the final implant restoration, often used alongside scanning procedures for accuracy.
Tinted non-prescription spectacle lenses are non-corrective eyewear designed to reduce glare and protect eyes from bright light by filtering or reflecting sunlight. They are not intended to improve vision or alter color perception, making them ideal for casual outdoor use or general light sensitivity.
A humeral head prosthesis trial device is a temporary, reusable implant used during shoulder surgery to test the fit, size, and positioning of a permanent humeral head prosthesis. Surgeons use it to confirm the correct dimensions of the implant site and ensure proper alignment before final implantation, reducing the risk of complications during primary or revision procedures.
Low-air-loss beds are specialized hospital beds designed to reduce pressure on a patient’s skin by circulating air through an inflatable mattress. They help prevent pressure ulcers and improve comfort for patients who must remain immobile for extended periods, such as those in acute care or long-term care settings.
Sexual lubricants are non-medicated, topical substances designed to reduce friction and discomfort during sexual activity. They are applied to the penis, vagina, or anus to enhance comfort and pleasure, often used alone or with sexual aids like vibrators.
An in-line arterial blood sampling set is a sterile, disposable device used to safely draw arterial blood samples while keeping the patient’s circulatory system closed. Clinically, it connects to an arterial catheter or central line to allow blood gas analysis, pressure monitoring, or other lab tests without disrupting the patient’s hemodynamic stability.
Spinal fusion spheres are implantable metal devices designed to stabilize the spine between vertebrae (L3 to S1) and support bone fusion. They are placed in the disc space to maintain alignment while a bone graft heals, helping restore structural integrity in degenerative or unstable spinal segments.
Needle guides are single-use devices designed to precisely position a needle during medical or surgical procedures, ensuring accurate and safe insertion. They are commonly used in procedures like prostate biopsies, nerve blocks, or IVF treatments, where precise needle placement is critical for patient outcomes.
Ultraviolet tanning devices are electric-powered lamps or booths that emit ultraviolet (UV) radiation to induce skin tanning for cosmetic purposes. These devices are typically used in tanning salons or home settings to artificially darken skin tone through controlled exposure to UV light.
Nasal scissors are specialized surgical tools designed for precise tissue cutting in ENT (ear, nose, throat) and plastic surgery procedures involving the nose. Their slender, angled blades and shearing action allow surgeons to make controlled incisions or dissections in delicate nasal structures with minimal trauma.
Freestanding patient positioners are reusable devices designed to support and stabilize patients during medical procedures by reducing pressure on bony areas. They come in forms like cushions, bolsters, or inflatable wedges to help position the head, neck, torso, or limbs for tasks such as anesthesia or imaging, often placed directly on a flat surface like a stretcher or operating table.
Custom-made ceramic dental crowns are laboratory-fabricated restorations designed to cover damaged or missing tooth structure, restoring function and appearance. Made entirely of ceramic, these devices are tailored to fit a specific adult patient’s tooth, offering durability and a natural aesthetic.
Orthopaedic fixation implant alignment tools are surgical instruments used to ensure precise positioning of implants during orthopaedic procedures. They help surgeons align screws, plates, or other fixation components to achieve optimal stability and anatomical correction, such as in spinal or joint surgeries.
A laparoscopic access cannula, single-use, is a sterile tube inserted through the abdominal wall to create a portal for a laparoscope or other laparoscopic instruments during minimally invasive surgery. It often incorporates a valve or sealing mechanism to maintain insufflation gas while allowing instruments to pass, and may include a trocar tip for easy entry.
A dental mirror is a reusable hand-held instrument used primarily by dentists to enhance visibility inside a patient’s mouth. Its angled mirror surface helps reflect light and magnify areas for better inspection, while the shaft can also gently retract cheeks or lips to improve access during examinations or procedures.
Freestanding patient positioners are single-use cushions, pads, bolsters, or wedges designed to support and stabilize patients during medical procedures. They are placed on flat surfaces like operating tables or stretchers to help position body parts—such as the head, neck, or limbs—while reducing pressure on bony areas, often using materials like memory foam or inflatable designs for adjustable support.
Dental material injection cannulas are single-use, non-penetrating devices designed to deliver dental substances like fillings, sealants, or anesthetics from a syringe to a patient’s teeth, gums, or oral tissues. Unlike needles, they avoid tissue penetration while enabling precise application for procedures such as restorations or cavity treatments.
Postsurgical bras are undergarments designed to provide support and comfort to patients after breast surgery, such as mastectomy or lumpectomy. They help contour the chest area, reduce swelling, and improve mobility during recovery, whether at home or in a clinical setting.
Sacroiliac joint transarticular fixation implants are designed to stabilize the sacroiliac joint and promote long-term fusion, primarily to relieve chronic joint-related pain. These uncoated metal devices, often cylindrical with threading or perforations, are surgically inserted across the joint to provide temporary support while encouraging bone growth and healing.
Bioabsorbable orthopaedic bone screws are small, threaded implants designed to stabilize bone fractures or secure soft tissue during orthopaedic surgery. Made from materials that gradually dissolve in the body, they provide temporary fixation while the bone heals, eliminating the need for later removal.
Root canal posts are prefabricated rods inserted into a tooth’s root canal to provide structural support for a crown or other restoration. They help maintain tooth stability after root canal treatment by acting as an anchor for the final prosthetic, ensuring long-term durability and function.
A stem-fixed metallic humeral head prosthesis is an artificial replacement for the upper arm bone’s ball joint (humeral head) used in shoulder arthroplasty. It is designed to restore function and mobility in patients with severe arthritis, fractures, or degenerative joint disease by replacing the damaged natural joint surface with a durable metal component.
Cannulated surgical drill bits are hollow, metal shafts designed to create precise channels in hard tissues like bone or cartilage during orthopaedic procedures. Their central hole allows them to be guided over a pin, ensuring accurate placement for implants or prosthetics, and they’re powered by surgical tools to drill efficiently.
Radiological general body-part positioners are adjustable supports designed to help patients stay still during imaging, surgery, or radiation treatment. They come in forms like frames, cushions, or padded boards to ensure precise and repeatable positioning of body parts during procedures, improving accuracy and comfort for both patient and clinician.
A sterilizer/disinfector rack is a reusable accessory designed to hold medical devices securely during sterilization or chemical washing/disinfection cycles. It ensures proper spacing and positioning of items to optimize cleaning, disinfection, or sterilization efficiency while preventing damage or contamination.
Orthodontic plastic brackets are small, molded attachments bonded to teeth to guide orthodontic wires and appliances, helping to gradually shift tooth position during braces treatment. Designed for single-patient use, they remain in place throughout the entire duration of the alignment process before being discarded.
Cardiac mapping catheters (percutaneous, reprocessed) are reusable diagnostic tools inserted through the skin to map heart electrical activity. They help identify arrhythmias by recording precise intracardiac signals, enabling targeted treatments like ablation or pacing during electrophysiology studies.
Non-woven gauze pads are single-use medical devices designed to absorb fluids from wounds, abrasions, or body surfaces. Their non-woven material reduces linting and sticking compared to traditional woven gauze, making them ideal for cleaning or covering minor injuries while managing exudate.
Electrical mains power extension cables in this category are designed to safely connect medical devices to power sources in clinical settings. They feature multiple outlet sockets and are built to medical-grade standards, ensuring reliability in environments like operating rooms or patient care areas where multiple devices may require simultaneous power.
Partial ossicular prostheses are surgical implants used to restore function to damaged or missing parts of the middle ear’s ossicles (malleus, incus, or stapes), helping sound travel from the eardrum to the inner ear. Clinically, they address conductive hearing loss caused by trauma, chronic ear disease, or conditions like otosclerosis where natural bone movement is impaired.
Wound-nonadherent dressings are designed to protect wounds while allowing them to stay moist, reducing trauma when removed. Their absorbent layers soak up blood and exudate, while a non-stick surface—like silicone gel—prevents sticking to the wound bed, making them suitable for chronic wounds, surgical sites, or minor injuries like cuts and abrasions.
Bare-metal intracranial vascular stents are tubular, self-expanding metal devices placed inside blood vessels in the brain. They’re primarily used to treat aneurysms by slowing blood flow into the affected area, aiding clot formation, and providing structural support for embolization coils.
Nurse call systems are electronic networks designed to alert caregivers when patients require assistance in healthcare settings. They integrate with sensors, pendants, or buttons to trigger audio or visual signals, ensuring timely responses to patient needs like falls, emergencies, or routine requests.
Orthopaedic implant-instrument extension adaptors are reusable devices that connect surgical instruments to orthopaedic implants or extend instrument reach during procedures. They help bridge incompatible interfaces or extend tools for tasks like implant removal, ensuring precise and secure attachment in spinal or joint surgeries.
A unicondylar knee insert is a sterile, implantable component used in knee joint replacement surgery to replace the damaged cartilage on one side of the joint. It articulates with the femoral and tibial parts of the prosthesis, allowing smooth movement in a partial knee replacement, and is typically shaped as a single contoured piece of polyethylene.
Dental ceramic bridges are custom-fitted, permanent replacements for one or more missing teeth, crafted entirely from porcelain or ceramic materials. They consist of artificial teeth anchored to adjacent natural teeth, roots, or dental implants via crowns, restoring function and appearance without removal.
A press-fit hip femur prosthesis is a one-piece implant designed to replace the upper part of the femur in total hip replacement surgery. It fits snugly into the remaining bone without cement, relying on mechanical pressure to secure it in place, often supplemented by screws or bolts for added stability.
Flexible endoscopic tissue manipulation forceps are single-use, hand-held tools inserted through an endoscope’s working channel to gently grasp or remove tissue—such as polyps or foreign objects—during minimally invasive procedures. Their slender, flexible shaft and atraumatic jaws minimize trauma while allowing precise control through the scope’s lumen, making them essential for procedures like colonoscopy or upper GI endoscopy.
General-purpose patient lifting slings and harnesses are reusable devices designed to safely support and transfer incapacitated patients or individuals with mobility limitations. They cradle the user’s torso, arms, and legs during lifting, positioning, or repositioning while attached to a patient lifting system, ensuring secure containment and stability.
Closed-wound drains are flexible, non-bioabsorbable tubes used to drain fluids or infected material from surgical sites where the wound is closed. They work with a closed drainage system to apply gentle suction, helping prevent complications like infection or fluid buildup in areas such as orthopedic, plastic, or thoracic surgeries.
Radiological PACS software is a specialized digital platform designed to store, organize, and distribute radiological images across healthcare networks. It enables radiologists, clinicians, and technicians to efficiently access, analyze, and share diagnostic imaging data—such as X-rays, MRIs, or CT scans—while ensuring secure, centralized management of medical records.
Soft-tissue biopsy procedure kits are sterile, single-use collections of tools designed to extract small samples of non-specific soft tissue for diagnostic testing. Clinically, they enable minimally invasive procedures to aid in the diagnosis of conditions like tumors, infections, or other abnormalities in tissues such as muscle, fat, or organs.
A laparoscopic access cannula, reusable, is a single‑lumen instrument that is inserted through the abdominal wall to create a sealed port for a laparoscope and other laparoscopic tools during minimally invasive surgery. It often incorporates a valve or sealing mechanism to prevent gas leakage and may include a blunt or sharp trocar tip to aid entry.
A laryngeal mask airway (LMA) is a disposable, inflatable tube designed to maintain an open airway during anesthesia or resuscitation. It sits in the throat above the vocal cords to create a seal, allowing for controlled breathing and ventilation in patients who are either breathing on their own or being mechanically ventilated.
A bare-metal biliary stent is a non‑bioabsorbable metal tube that is placed inside a narrowed bile duct, such as the common bile duct, to keep the passage open and allow bile to flow. It is made entirely of metals like stainless steel, cobalt‑chrome or Nitinol and can be a mesh or a solid tube that expands either by a balloon or by self‑expansion during the procedure.
Vinyl examination/treatment gloves are single-use protective barriers designed for healthcare providers to wear during patient care. They act as a two-way shield, preventing contamination from both the patient and the wearer while reducing latex allergy risks, as they are non-powdered and latex-free.
Invasive-pressure external transducers are single-use medical devices that convert pressure readings—such as blood, urinary, or gastrointestinal pressure—into electrical signals for monitoring. They attach externally to invasive luminal devices (like catheters or cannulas) to relay real-time data to monitoring systems, enabling clinicians to assess critical pressure metrics without direct lumen access.
Rib spreaders are reusable surgical tools used during thoracic procedures to hold ribs apart, providing clear access to the chest cavity for examination or intervention. Their self-locking design ensures stable positioning while surgeons work, reducing the need for constant manual adjustment.
An ultrasonic dental scaling/debridement system is a mains-powered assembly designed to use high-frequency vibrations for dental procedures. It is used to break up and remove debris from inside root canals during endodontic treatment or to clean plaque and tartar from tooth surfaces during periodontal therapy.