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General surgical procedure kit, non-medicated, single-use272,918A typically non-dedicated collection of various surgical instruments, sometimes with dressings and/or other materials, but that does not contain pharmaceuticals, intended to be used during: 1) open abdominal surgery; 2) a range of open surgical procedures across multiple clinical specialties (non-dedicated); 3) non-orthopaedic trauma surgery; 4) minor der...2026-06-18 06:05:17
Bone-screw internal spinal fixation system, non-sterile246,285An assembly of non-sterile implantable devices intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in the treatment of various spinal instabilities or deformities, also used as an adjunct to spinal fusion [e.g., for degenerative disc disease (DDD)]. Otherwise known as a pedicle screw instrumentation system, it typically consists of a c...2026-06-05 06:05:28
General/plastic surgical procedure kit, non-medicated, single-use103,316A collection of various surgical instruments, sometimes with dressings and/or other materials, intended to be used to: 1) assist a range of surgical procedures across multiple clinical specialities typically as a general-purpose tray; or 2) assist with a plastic surgery procedure. It does not contain pharmaceuticals. This is a single-use device.2022-06-16 20:45:48
Dental appliance fabrication material, ceramic103,121A dental material made of ceramic materials (e.g., zirconium oxide) intended to be used to manufacture a final dental prosthesis (e.g., a dental implant, removable dentures, crown, bridge) for patient use. It is used to create implantable and removable restorations using manual or computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology. Af...2026-06-11 06:06:13
Resin artificial teeth96,823Prefabricated teeth made of polymer-based material for mounting on dentures. Teeth are normally delivered as sets of front teeth, upper or lower jaw, or sets of premolars and molars, upper or lower jaw, in various sizes, shapes and colours.2026-06-04 19:44:10
Orthopaedic surgical procedure kit, non-medicated, single-use86,759A collection of various sterile orthopaedic surgical instruments, dressings, and other materials intended to be used to perform an orthopaedic surgical procedure, however the kit is not dedicated to orthopaedic implantation. It does not contain pharmaceuticals. This is a single-use device.2026-06-17 06:05:16
General surgical procedure kit, medicated84,426A typically non-dedicated collection of various surgical instruments, sometimes with dressings and/or other materials, and that includes a pharmaceutical component, intended to be used during: 1) open abdominal surgery; 2) a range of open surgical procedures across multiple clinical specialties (non-dedicated); 3) non-orthopaedic trauma surgery; 4) minor ...2026-06-18 06:05:08
Diamond dental bur, reusable80,307A rotary cutting device made of high-grade steel with the working end coated with particles of diamond, and which is designed to fit into a dental handpiece that provides the rotation allowing the user to cut hard structures in the mouth, such as teeth or bone. It can also be used to cut hard metals, plastics, porcelains and similar materials intended for...2026-06-11 06:05:41
Polymeric spinal interbody fusion cage77,405A device intended to be implanted into the space of an intervertebral disc that has been partially or totally removed during surgery in order to allow bone fusion between two contiguous vertebral bodies, typically in the treatment of degenerative disc disease (DDD). It is in the form of a hollow, porous, threaded and/or fenestrated cylindrical or geometri...2026-06-18 06:05:13
Dental implant suprastructure, permanent, preformed74,430A prefabricated device intended to provide a permanent intermediate fixture level between a dental implant and the final prosthesis/restoration (e.g., bridge, single tooth, overdenture). It includes one or more structural component(s) [e.g., abutment, ball, bar, bar overlay, coping, ring], and may be made of various materials [e.g., titanium (Ti), plastic...2026-06-18 06:05:19
General/plastic surgical procedure kit, non-medicated, single-use73,168A collection of various sterile surgical instruments, sometimes with dressings and/or other materials, intended to be used to: 1) assist a range of surgical procedures across multiple clinical specialities typically as a general-purpose tray; or 2) assist with a plastic surgery procedure. It does not contain pharmaceuticals. This is a single-use device.2020-11-05 07:14:59
Orthopaedic surgical procedure kit, medicated63,082A collection of various sterile orthopaedic surgical instruments, dressings, and the necessary materials, which includes a pharmaceutical(s) intended to be used to perform an orthopaedic surgical procedure, however the kit is not dedicated to orthopaedic implantation. This is a single-use device.2026-06-18 06:05:08
Prescription spectacles60,202An ophthalmic device consisting of a spectacle frame with a pair of optical spectacle lenses (typically made of plastic or glass, also known as eyeglasses) designed to be worn in front of the user's eyes to provide refractive corrections to eyesight conditions such as presbyopia (the eye's diminished power of accommodation that occurs with ageing), or ref...2026-06-04 19:44:10
Metallic spinal interbody fusion cage58,704A device intended to be implanted into the space of an intervertebral disc that has been partially or totally removed during surgery in order to allow bone fusion between two contiguous vertebral bodies, typically in the treatment of degenerative disc disease (DDD). It is in the form of a hollow, porous, threaded and/or fenestrated cylindrical or geometri...2025-07-11 14:10:53
Compression/pressure sock/stocking, single-use57,464A garment in the form of a sock or stocking intended to fit tightly over the leg and foot to apply compression/pressure (i.e., graduated or even-force), typically for the treatment/prevention of a disorder(s) of circulation [e.g., venous insufficiency, deep vein thrombosis (DVT)]. It is not a strip/roll binder or tubular support bandage, and is not design...2020-06-12 06:38:22
Orthodontic archwire54,364A dental wire in the shape of an arch used with orthodontic attachments (orthodontic brackets) that are affixed to the crowns/surfaces of two or more teeth in order to cause/guide tooth movement. This is a single-patient device intended to be used for the duration of the treatment (single-use) before being discarded.2026-06-05 06:05:10
Tinted non-prescription spectacles54,054An optical device, commonly known as sunglasses, that consists of a spectacle frame or clips with a pair of tinted spectacle lenses (typically made of plastic or glass) designed to be worn in front of the eyes to attenuate light radiation by absorption, reflection, or polarization to protect the eyes from bright light; it is neither intended to provide re...2026-06-13 06:05:13
Cardiothoracic surgical procedure kit, medicated, single-use50,888A collection of various sterile cardiothoracic surgical instruments, dressings, and materials including a pharmaceutical component, intended to be used to assist a range of cardiothoracic surgical procedures. The kit is intended only for use during cardiothoracic surgery but is not dedicated to a specific type of cardiothoracic surgical procedure. This is...2026-06-18 06:05:08
Orthopaedic bone screw, non-bioabsorbable, non-sterile50,198A small, non-sterile, threaded rod with a slotted head typically used for internal orthopaedic fracture fixation by being screwed into bone to hold plates or nails to bone or to provide direct interfragmentary stabilization of bone, or it may fasten soft tissue to bone; it is made of a material that cannot be chemically degraded or absorbed via natural bo...2025-08-15 16:43:43
Orthodontic metal band44,183A thin metal ring designed to be fitted around the contours of a tooth and cemented into place to support an orthodontic attachment (e.g., bracket, tube), brazed or soldered onto the ring, intended to be secured to the tooth. This is a single-patient device intended to be used for the duration of the treatment (single-use) before being discarded.2026-06-04 19:44:10
Orthodontic bracket, metal41,870A metallic device that is bonded to an orthodontic band, or directly to a tooth, to hold an orthodontic wire and/or other appliance (e.g., rubber bands) used to apply pressure to the tooth in order to alter the position of the tooth. This is a single-patient device intended to be used for the duration of the treatment (single-use) before being discarded.2026-06-17 06:05:06
Cardiothoracic surgical procedure kit, non-medicated, single-use40,996A collection of various sterile cardiothoracic surgical instruments, dressings, and materials intended to be used to assist a range of cardiothoracic surgical procedures; it does not contain pharmaceuticals. The kit is intended only for use during cardiothoracic surgery but is not dedicated to a specific type of cardiothoracic surgical procedure. This is ...2026-06-17 06:05:12
Angiography kit40,647A collection of sterile devices and equipment used to prepare a patient for the radiographic visualization of the arteries of a particular organ system or body part through the vascular injection of contrast media. It typically includes a combination of fluid/contrast media administration devices (e.g., tubing, manifold, stopcocks, and syringes) and/or de...2026-06-17 06:05:12
Compression/pressure sock/stocking, single-use40,583A garment in the form of a sock or stocking intended to fit tightly over the leg and foot to apply compression/pressure (i.e., graduated or even-force), typically for the treatment/prevention of a disorder(s) of circulation [e.g., venous insufficiency, deep vein thrombosis (DVT)]. It is not a strip/roll binder or tubular support bandage, and is not design...2026-06-11 06:06:04
Spinal implant trial39,585A copy of a final spinal prosthesis, graft, or other implantable spinal device (e.g., may include intervertebral disc prosthesis, spinal cage, spinal hook) used to validate the proper size of the permanent implant required by the patient, to determine its appropriate position, and/or to verify that the implant site has been cut to the proper dimensions. I...2026-06-11 06:05:57
Spinal bone screw, non-bioabsorbable37,241A small, threaded, implantable rod with a screw head and drive intended for internal spinal fixation by being screwed into the spine to hold a correction/stabilization device (e.g., rod, plate, tether) to bone; it is made of a material that is not chemically degraded or absorbed via natural body processes (e.g., surgical steel, titanium alloy, carbon fibr...2026-06-18 06:05:12
Spectacle frame33,776An ophthalmic device designed to hold a pair of spectacle lenses in front of and close to the eyes of the user. It typically consists of a plastic or metallic frame that is supported by the nose and ears. The device may have a protective function (e.g., by including side shields).2026-06-04 19:44:10
General surgical procedure kit, medicated33,519A general-purpose collection of various surgical instruments, dressings, and materials, including a pharmaceutical component, intended to be used to assist a range of surgical procedures across multiple clinical specialities. This is a single-use device.2022-06-16 20:45:46
Screw endosteal dental implant, two-piece32,634A sterile device made of alloplastic materials [e.g., titanium (Ti), stainless steel, ceramic] intended to be surgically implanted into alveolar and/or basal bone of the mandible or maxilla to provide support and a means of retention for a dental prosthesis (e.g., bridge, single-tooth, overdenture). It is a two-piece device composed of an anchorage compon...2026-06-18 06:05:11
Orthopaedic bone screw, non-bioabsorbable, sterile31,737A small, sterile, threaded rod with a slotted head typically used for internal orthopaedic fracture fixation by being screwed into bone to hold plates or nails to bone or to provide direct interfragmentary stabilization of bone, or it may fasten soft tissue to bone; it is made of a material that cannot be chemically degraded or absorbed via natural body p...2025-06-17 15:27:24
Orthopaedic prosthesis implantation instrument, reusable29,729A hand-held surgical instrument intended to be used during implantation of an orthopaedic prosthesis, either manually or as a computer-assisted surgery (CAS) device, to aid in the navigation/placement of the prosthesis or other instruments. It may be used for the following applications: 1) to hold/align/fix bone preparation instruments, prosthesis, or pro...2023-05-01 08:45:14
Obstetrical/gynaecological surgical procedure kit, non-medicated, single-use29,645A collection of various sterile surgical instruments, dressings/drapes, and materials intended to be used during obstetrical/gynaecological surgery. The kit may be referred to as a procedure pack and is typically comprised of devices that individually are not dedicated to a specific type of obstetrical/gynaecological surgical procedure, but are often supp...2026-06-18 06:05:08
Spinal bone screw, non-bioabsorbable27,732A small, threaded, implantable rod with a slotted head intended to be used for internal spinal fixation by being screwed into the spine to hold a correction/stabilization device (e.g., rod, plate, tether) to bone; it is made of a material that is not chemically degraded or absorbed via natural body processes (includes implant grade metal such as surgical ...2024-09-10 07:42:16
Trans-facet-screw internal spinal fixation system, sterile26,906A sterile device assembly that consists of rods, plates, and facet fixation screws where the screws are inserted bilaterally through and across the facet joint (spinal joint), i.e., trans-facet, at a single or multiple levels to stabilize and fuse vertebrae with compression in the treatment of various spinal conditions.2026-06-04 19:44:10
Orthopaedic surgical procedure kit, non-medicated, reusable25,979A collection of various orthopaedic surgical instruments, dressings and the necessary materials intended to be used to perform an orthopaedic surgical procedure, however the kit is not dedicated to orthopaedic implantation. It does not contain pharmaceuticals. This is a reusable device.2026-06-17 06:05:09
General surgical procedure kit, non-medicated, reusable25,622A general-purpose collection of various sterile surgical instruments, dressings, and materials intended to be used to assist a range of surgical procedures across multiple clinical specialities. It does not contain pharmaceuticals. This is a reusable device.2022-06-15 12:02:41
ENT surgical procedure kit, non-medicated, single-use25,248A collection of various sterile ear/nose/throat (ENT) surgical instruments, dressings and the necessary materials used to perform an ENT surgical procedure. It does not contain pharmaceuticals. This is a single-use device.2026-06-17 06:05:12
General internal orthopaedic fixation system implantation kit25,100A collection of instruments and devices intended to be used for the placement of an internal orthopaedic fixation system into or onto all types of bones (e.g., bones of limbs, spine, pelvis, or craniomaxillofacial). It is a non-dedicated device that includes various metallic and/or plastic reusable devices [e.g., retractors, rods, clamps, drills, pins, sa...2026-06-18 06:05:20
Bone-screw internal spinal fixation system, sterile24,367An assembly of sterile implantable devices intended to provide immobilization and stabilization of spinal segments in the treatment of various spinal instabilities or deformities, also used as an adjunct to spinal fusion [e.g., for degenerative disc disease (DDD)]. Otherwise known as a pedicle screw instrumentation system, it typically consists of a combi...2026-06-04 19:44:10
Mechanical-resistance external ankle-foot prosthesis22,931A mechanical device which is a component of an external lower limb prosthesis designed to functionally replace, in part or total, an absent foot and/or ankle, wherein the principle of operation for dorsiflexion/plantar flexion control is based on media-free mechanical resistance (i.e., mechanical friction/elastic deflection with no fluid or gas operating ...2026-06-04 19:44:10
Tibial insert22,321An implantable device designed to articulate the femoral and tibial components of a knee joint prosthesis during primary or revision bicondylar knee joint replacement. It is typically a one-piece contoured polyethylene (PE) insert, or a more complex device (e.g., a guide arm with a stem that is inserted into the tibial tray and a polymer glide) which will...2026-06-18 06:05:09
Carbide dental bur, reusable21,822A rotary cutting device made of high-grade steel, the working end of which is made from, or coated with, tungsten carbide, and which is designed to fit into a dental handpiece that provides the rotation allowing the user to cut hard structures in the mouth, e.g., teeth or bone. It can also be used to cut hard metals, plastics, porcelains and similar mater...2026-06-16 06:05:07
Hand-held surgical retractor, reusable21,722A hand-held, non-self-retaining surgical instrument intended to be used to separate/draw aside the margins of a wound/incision to allow access to tissues/organs during open surgery; it is not dedicated to ophthalmic surgery or small nerve/vessel retraction, but may otherwise be clinically dedicated. It includes a shaped/hooked blade with a handle/holding ...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Radiation shielding apron21,021A full or half-length apron-like garment intended to shield portions of the body of an individual (i.e., a device operator, patient, or other attending person) from exposure to radiation during medical or dental procedures. Some include attached or detachable collars for neck and thyroid protection. The device typically consists of a fluid resistant outer...2026-06-04 19:44:10
Neurosurgical procedure kit, non-medicated, single-use20,438A collection of various sterile neurosurgical instruments, dressings and the necessary materials used to perform a neurosurgical procedure. It does not contain pharmaceuticals. This is a single-use device.2026-06-17 06:05:12
Spinal fixation plate, non-bioabsorbable20,234A small implantable sheet of solid material that is attached to the spine with screws for spinal immobilization and is made of a material that is not chemically degraded or absorbed via natural body processes (includes implant grade metal such as surgical steel, titanium alloy, or carbon fibre). The device is typically used to provide immobilization and s...2023-09-08 08:19:48
Dental implant system20,218A collection of devices designed for the surgical placement of a dental implant into alveolar and/ or basal bone of the mandible or maxilla to provide support and a means of retention for a dental prosthesis (e.g., bridge, single-tooth, overdenture). It typically consists of a sterile endosteal dental implant (implant body and abutment) and surgical instr...2026-06-17 06:05:15
Internal orthopaedic fixation system, plate/screw, non-bioabsorbable, non-sterile19,629A non-sterile assembly of implantable devices designed for the stabilization of fractured/surgically-cut bones of the limbs (long bones), their appendages (hands, feet), pelvis, craniomaxillofacial bones, and/or for limb-joint fusion. It typically consists of a set of bone fixation plates, screws, wires, and pins made of materials that cannot be chemicall...2026-06-04 19:44:10
Orthopaedic bur, single-use19,458A sterile, rotary cutting device consisting of a shaft of high-grade steel and a cutting head of hard metal/material with fluting or cutting planes of various shapes at the working end and which is designed to fit into an appropriate powered handpiece that provides the rotation allowing the user to excavate/shape bone tissue during small and large bone su...2026-06-04 19:44:10
Posterior-chamber intraocular lens, pseudophakic18,937An optical device, generally referred to as an intraocular lens (IOL), intended to be implanted permanently in the posterior chamber of the eye (ring-like space filled with aqueous humor between the iris, the crystalline lens, and the ciliary body) to replace the natural lens (crystalline lens), typically because it has been clouded by a cataract. The dev...2026-06-13 06:05:13

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Adhesive bandage2,483A sterile piece of fabric or plastic material intended to be applied to a part of a patient's body and held in place by its pressure-sensitive adhesive to secure objects to the skin, cover and protect wounds, and/or approximate the skin edges of a wound; it may or may not include an absorbent pad. It is not intended for compression bandaging and is not an...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Ankle binder, reusable69A strip or roll of fabric or plastic material designed to be wrapped around the ankle to help stabilize and support the joint. It does not include a rigid support (i.e., not an ankle/foot orthosis) and is not a tubular support bandage. This is a reusable device after appropriate cleaning.2026-06-18 06:05:25
Blood lancet, single-use1,371A sterile, hand-held, sharply-pointed, non-mechanical, scalpel-like instrument intended to be used by a healthcare provider to manually puncture the skin of a patient to obtain a small blood specimen or drain a cyst or boil. This is a single-use device.2026-06-18 06:05:25
Bone trephine, reusable148An orthopaedic surgical blade designed to cut and remove circular sections of bone, typically for biopsy or percutaneous bone graft harvesting. It is typically a hollow cylinder with a circular, saw-like serrated working edge. It is an exchangeable device that may be attached to a manually-operated handle or to a powered rotary surgical handpiece. The dev...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Device sterilization/disinfection container, reusable5,038A receptacle designed to hold wrapped and/or unwrapped medical/dental devices in a chemical washer/disinfector and/or sterilizer during the washing/disinfection and/or sterilization cycle(s). It may be designed as a tray to allow full or partial immersion of the devices in a liquid disinfectant, or as an enclosed box to prevent contamination once the ster...2026-06-18 06:05:25
ENT surgical procedure kit, non-medicated, reusable1,080A collection of various ear/nose/throat (ENT) surgical instruments, dressings and the necessary materials used to perform an ENT surgical procedure. It does not contain pharmaceuticals. This is a reusable device.2026-06-18 06:05:25
Exothermic heat therapy pack/patch113A device intended to be applied to the body surface, sometimes with pressure, to provide heat therapy to reduce muscle spasms and cramps and/or for joint and muscle stiffness and pain. It includes an envelope(s) filled with a material that produces an exothermic chemical reaction when activated; it may be available in a variety of forms (e.g., adhesive pa...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Exudate-absorbent dressing, hydrophilic-gel, non-antimicrobial1,656A wound covering, typically made of a hydrocolloid, hydrofibre, chitosan or alginate (salts and acids extracted from seaweed), intended to produce a water-absorbent gel upon contact with wound exudate; it does not contain an antimicrobial agent. The device assists in wound healing by absorbing exudate in wounds (e.g., ulcers, burns, surgical wounds, lacer...2026-06-18 06:05:25
First aid kit, non-medicated, single-use4,529A convenient collection of equipment and materials intended to be used in an emergency for the rapid, initial treatment of an injury. This device is typically used by emergency medical services (EMS), institutions, schools, the home, motor vehicles, and other public settings. This device does not contain medicinal substances/pharmaceuticals. This is a sin...2026-06-18 06:05:25
General surgical procedure kit, non-medicated, reusable7,658A typically non-dedicated collection of various surgical instruments, sometimes with dressings and/or other materials, but that does not contain pharmaceuticals, intended to be used during: 1) open abdominal surgery; 2) a range of open surgical procedures across multiple clinical specialties (non-dedicated); 3) non-orthopaedic trauma surgery; 4) minor der...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Hand-held surgical retractor, reusable21,722A hand-held, non-self-retaining surgical instrument intended to be used to separate/draw aside the margins of a wound/incision to allow access to tissues/organs during open surgery; it is not dedicated to ophthalmic surgery or small nerve/vessel retraction, but may otherwise be clinically dedicated. It includes a shaped/hooked blade with a handle/holding ...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Helicopter ambulance30A helicopter designed (modified and equipped) for use by emergency medical services (EMS) to transport the sick or wounded, especially as a rapid alternative to ground transport around urban areas or during military operations. It will carry onboard equipment for emergency treatment and to maintain or improve the clinical status of the patient, such as de...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Hu antibody (anti-Hu) IVD, control1A material which is used to verify the performance of an assay intended to be used for the qualitative and/or quantitative detection of anti-Hu antibodies in a clinical specimen.2026-06-18 06:05:25
Instrument tray, reusable11,728A container intended to provide a suitable platform for placing/containing many medical/surgical/dental instruments and related items for use during a clinical procedure; it might, in addition, be used during, but not dedicated to, reprocessing/sterilization procedures. It is a receptacle in one of a variety of designs, typically with moulded positions fo...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Islet cell antibody IVD, control1A material which is used to verify the performance of an assay intended to be used for the qualitative and/or quantitative detection of antibodies to one or multiple islet cell antigens in a clinical specimen.2026-06-18 06:05:25
Knee support orthosis1,088A stand-alone prefabricated (non-customized) externally applied and wearable orthopaedic appliance or apparatus designed to support, align, prevent, or correct deformities/injuries or to improve function of the knee; it may incorporate hinges for improved support. It is not a component of a larger device assembly. This is a reusable device.2026-06-18 06:05:25
Laparoscopic surgical procedure kit, non-medicated, reusable1,725A collection of various laparoscopic and surgical instruments (e.g., access cannulae, irrigation/aspiration cannula, forceps), dressings, and additional materials intended to be used specifically to perform a laparoscopic surgical procedure. It does not contain pharmaceuticals. It may be referred to as a procedure tray. This is a reusable device.2026-06-18 06:05:25
Medical tubing clip/clamp, temporary, non-calibrated, reusable183A non-sterile, manual device designed to compress a piece of medical device tubing or tubular container to reversibly occlude its lumen and stop the flow of material within; it is not intended for patient-contact. It has a manual mechanism (e.g., hinging, roller-type, vice-like) whereby pressure on the tube can be applied or removed, however it is not a c...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Moist-heat pack36A device intended to be applied with pressure to the body surface to provide moist heat therapy to reduce muscle spasms and cramps and/or joint and muscle stiffness and pain. It usually consists of a soft pad or a small pouch made of cotton, gauze, or linen available in a variety of thickness; it may also contain gel or absorbent materials. The device can...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Musculoskeletal hot/cold therapy pack, reusable251A non-powered device intended to be applied with or without pressure to the body surface (i.e., non-invasively) to provide heat and/or cold therapy for the skin and/or underlying tissues in the treatment of musculoskeletal pain and discomfort (e.g., from sports injuries or rheumatism). It consists of a compact envelope filled with a thermally-retentive ma...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Musculoskeletal hot/cold therapy pack, single-use291A non-powered device intended to be applied with or without pressure to the body surface (i.e., non-invasively) to provide heat and/or cold therapy for the skin and/or underlying tissues in the treatment of musculoskeletal pain and discomfort (e.g., from sports injuries or rheumatism). It consists of a compact envelope filled with a thermally-retentive ma...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Nasal breathing mouth tape1A band of synthetic material coated on one side with a pressure-sensitive adhesive intended to cover the mouth and keep it closed during sleep, to promote nasal breathing and enhance sleep quality. It is intended to reduce snoring and provide relief from nasal congestion due to transient causes or structural abnormalities (e.g., colds, allergies, deviated...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Nitrile examination/treatment glove, non-powdered, non-antimicrobial15,782A device made of nitrile intended as a protective barrier when worn on the hands of healthcare providers during patient examination/treatment or for other sanitary purposes; its inner surface is not covered with powder and it does not include antimicrobial agents/materials. The device is used mainly as a two-way barrier to protect patient/staff against co...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Open-surgery electrosurgical handpiece/electrode, bipolar, reusable14,142A rigid combined electrosurgical handpiece and bipolar electrode, intended to deliver electrosurgical current from a system generator directly to tissues for cutting/coagulation during an open surgical procedure. It is available in a variety of forms (e.g., pen, pistol-shaped forceps, pincer-shaped forceps, scissors) and may also include irrigation, aspir...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Orthopaedic prosthesis implantation positioning instrument, reusable9,085A hand-held surgical instrument intended to be used during implantation of an orthopaedic prosthesis, either manually or as a computer-assisted surgery (CAS) device, to aid in the navigation/placement of the prosthesis or other instruments [e.g., drill sleeves and guide wires (Kirschner wires), patella saw guide]. It may be used for the following applicat...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Pressure bandage, non-latex, single-use1,189A strip or roll of fabric or plastic material (non-natural rubber latex) intended to be applied to and compress a local area of the body for one or more preventative/therapeutic applications (e.g., prevent oedema, support injuries associated with minor trauma, treat disorders of venous return). It may be described as a sports tape intended for support whi...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Rigid endoscopic scissors, reusable646A hand-held rigid device used in combination with a dedicated endoscope and intended to cut tissue or sutures during an endoscopic procedure. It is typically constructed of stainless steel and is designed as a long pair of parallel sliding arms whose distal end is equipped with a pair of mechanical (i.e., not electrosurgical) cutting blades operated throu...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Surgical implant/trial-implant/sizer holder, reusable2,686A hand-held manual surgical instrument designed to connect to and hold an implant (e.g., bone screw, bone graft), trial implant, or implantable device sizer/template (e.g., glenoid defect sizer, hearing implant template) to facilitate guidance, gauging/sizing, and/or monitoring of the held device during orthopaedic or ear/nose/throat (ENT) surgery. The in...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Surgical instrument/endoscope cleaning utensil, reusable994A non-absorbent, non-powered, hand-held device in the form of a brush, a wire, strip of metal, or handle intended to clean the exterior and/or interior (lumen) of a surgical instrument (e.g., bur, reamer, bone tap, suturing device, sheath/shaft, ultrasonic surgical handpiece) and/or endoscope. The bristles, fibres or spines of brushes may be mounted along...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Surgical retractor/retraction system blade, reusable11,240A distal component of a surgical retraction system, surgical retractor, and/or surgical instrument assist arm system designed to function as a parting edge to separate the margins of a wound/incision during a surgical procedure. It is intended to be attached to the frame (e.g., mounting ring/bar) of a surgical retraction system, or may be fixed onto a ret...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Surgical soft-tissue manipulation forceps, scissors-like, reusable16,478A hand-held, manual, open-surgery instrument designed to grasp, manipulate, dissect, and/or clamp soft-tissues (e.g., organs, blood vessels); it is not intended for grasping/clamping bone or teeth, nor is it dedicated to ophthalmic surgery and is not a dedicated biopsy device. It has a scissors-like hinged design with ring handles and blades (non-cutting)...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Surgical soft-tissue manipulation forceps, tweezers-like, reusable14,022A hand-held, manual, open-surgery instrument designed to facilitate grasping and manipulation of soft-tissues. It has a tweezers-like design (may be a micro/fine instrument) with variously designed tips at the working end, whereby the blades are designed to be opened/closed by squeezing between the fingers (i.e., without ring handles). It is made of high-...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Suturing needle holder, reusable13,424A hand-held manual surgical instrument designed to grasp a suture needle when pushing/pulling the needle and attached suture through tissue during suturing. It is typically made of metal and has short serrated jaws at the distal end to provide better grip of the needle. It is available in a wide variety of sizes and designs, such as: 1) a self-retaining, ...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Urethral sound, reusable1,210A hand-held manual surgical instrument designed to explore and measure the urethra. It is a slender hollow or solid cylindrical instrument made of metal or plastic typically with graduations of length displayed along its working end. It is typically available in a range of sizes and flexibilities. This is a reusable device.2026-06-18 06:05:25
Vaginal speculum, reusable3,644A hand-held manual instrument intended to dilate the vagina after insertion, typically for visual examination of the vaginal canal and cervix and/or to perform a gynaecological procedure. It consists of two long blades, joined at a handle at one end, that are inserted into the vagina in a horizontal position and then opened at an angle. It is typically ma...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Water jet flosser/sonic electric toothbrush118An electrically-powered device intended to provide a high-pressure water jet for dental flossing (removal of plaque and/or debris from between teeth) using a dedicated handpiece, and to provide (sonic) vibration for toothbrush heads attached to the handpiece for brushing the teeth. It is normally available [non-prescription] over-the-counter (OTC) fo use ...2026-06-18 06:05:25
Wrist binder, reusable20A dedicated strip/roll of fabric or polymer material designed to be wrapped around the wrist to support the wrist joint. It does not include a rigid support (i.e., not a wrist immobilizer) and is not a tubular support bandage. This is a reusable device.2026-06-18 06:05:25
Yo antibody IVD, control1A material which is used to verify the performance of an assay intended to be used for the qualitative and/or quantitative detection of anti-Yo antibodies in a clinical specimen.2026-06-18 06:05:25
Anaesthesia information system application software2An application software program, intended for use as or in an information system to centrally manage (electronically receive, store, assist in analysis of, display, distribute) data associated with anaesthesia-related clinical activities.2026-06-18 06:05:24
Blood cell lysis reagent IVD83A substance or reactant intended to be used alone or in combination with other IVDs to disrupt the cell membrane of blood cells [red blood cells (RBCs), white blood cells (WBCs) and/or platelets] to release cytoplasmic contents in preparation for further analysis.2026-06-18 06:05:24
Depth electrode1,646An electrical conductor intended to be temporarily placed (< 30 days) beneath the surface of the brain to stimulate the brain or to record the brain's electrical activity (with more precise localization than a scalp electrode). It is typically a fine, flexible plastic device attached to wires that carry currents from deep and superficial brain structures....2026-06-18 06:05:24
Electrocardiograph, professional, multichannel232A device intended to be used by a healthcare professional in a clinical setting to acquire and process the electrical activity of the heart for digital display in the form of a graph, to assist a physician in assessing electrical cardiac physiology [electrocardiography (ECG)]. It is designed for recording the electrical signal from two or more configurati...2026-06-18 06:05:24
ENT suction dissector827A hand-held surgical instrument, formed in the shape of a tube, used to provide dissection while controlling intraoperative bleeding, and for the removal of debris/fluids, during ear/nose/throat (ENT) surgery. The device is connected to the tubing of a suction system at the proximal end and there is an opening at the working end through which the suction ...2026-06-18 06:05:24
Insulin-like growth factor I (IGF1) IVD, kit, chemiluminescent immunoassay2A collection of reagents and other associated materials intended to be used for the qualitative and/or quantitative detection of insulin-like growth factor I (IGF1), also referred to as somatomedin C, in a clinical specimen, using a chemiluminescent immunoassay method.2026-06-18 06:05:24
Laryngoscope blade, reusable1,026The segment of a laryngoscope (i.e., rigid intubation type) intended to be inserted into the oral cavity to manipulate the tongue, preventing it from obstructing the oropharynx and enabling a clear view of the trachea for the insertion of an endotracheal (ET) tube prior to the delivery of inhalation anaesthesia and/or ventilation. It is connected to the l...2026-06-18 06:05:24
Laryngoscope handle, reusable778The hand-held segment of a laryngoscope (i.e., non-endoscopic rigid type) used to manipulate the laryngoscope blade during airway access and intubation. It is a cylindrical device that contains the batteries/light-emitting cells that provide energy/light for the airway-illuminating feature of the laryngoscope (e.g., small light bulb, fibreoptics), and can...2026-06-18 06:05:24
Medical equipment/instrument drape, single-use4,808A flexible polymer sheet/bag/sleeve designed to form a protective water-resistant enclosure around a piece of medical equipment/instrument (e.g., C-arm, surgical laser/camera/microscope, examination table/chair) and/or components (e.g., cables, tubes, headrest). It is intended as a hygienic barrier to protect the equipment/instrument from soiling and/or c...2026-06-18 06:05:24
Nasal oxygen cannula, basic421A semi-rigid tube with nasal prongs designed to be inserted into the nostrils of a patient, and held in place with a headstrap, to administer oxygen (O2). It is commonly known as "nasal prongs". This is a single-use device.2026-06-18 06:05:24
Nasal oxygen cannula, carbon-dioxide-sampling1,092A semi-rigid tube with nasal prongs designed to be inserted into the nostrils of a patient, and held in place with a headstrap, to simultaneously deliver oxygen (O2) and allow sampling of exhaled gas for carbon dioxide (CO2) monitoring through separate prongs. It is available in one-, two-, or four-prong configurations. This is a single-use device.2026-06-18 06:05:24
Neurological stereotactic surgery system2,149An assembly of devices that typically consists of a rigid frame, positioning and alignment components, workstation, and a calibrated guide mechanism for precisely positioning probes, other instruments, or implantable devices during neurosurgery. The system may include computerized functions to store diagnostic images used for image-guided surgery.2026-06-18 06:05:24