Surgery Surgical Medical Devices

Types of Surgical Medical Devices

1. Cutting and dissecting devices: These devices are used to cut and dissect tissue during surgical procedures. Examples include scalpels, scissors, and biopsy punches.
2. Grasper: A device used to grasp tissues and organs during surgery. Examples include forceps, clips, and retractors.
3. Hemostatic devices: These devices are used to stop bleeding during surgery. Examples include hemostats, ligatures, and electrocautery devices.
4. Suture and Stapling Devices: These devices are used to close incisions and wounds during surgery. Examples include sutures, staples, and surgical adhesives.
5. Implantable devices: These are devices designed to be implanted in the body to replace or support damaged or diseased tissue or organs. Examples include pacemakers, artificial joints and stents.
6. Diagnostic equipment: These are used to diagnose medical conditions during surgery. Examples include endoscopic, laparoscopic, and ultrasound equipment.
7. Monitoring Devices: These devices are used to monitor the patient's vital signs during surgery. Examples include electrocardiographs, blood pressure monitors, and pulse oximeters.
8. Anesthesia equipment: These are used to administer anesthesia during surgery. Examples include anesthesia machines, ventilators, and oxygen delivery systems.