Rectal irrigation kit

Rectal irrigation kit
Primary use
Treatment / Resuscitation / Palliative care / Surgery
Type of medical device or related product
Infusion devices
Multiple vs. specific use (health condition)
Multiple
Intended population age
Adults (20 to 64 years)
Adolescent (10 to 19 years)
Later adults (over 64 years)
Intended population sex
All
Level of technical knowledge
Specialized clinical
Capital
No
Reusable
Yes
Requirements
None
WHO list of priority medical devices
Cancer management (2017)
Service delivery platforms / Healthcare levels
General outpatient (health post, health center) and outreach services for primary care
Healthcare unit
Outpatient care
EMDN related code(s)
A030402
IRRIGATION KITS, SINGLE-USE
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GMDN related code(s)
61094
Rectal irrigation kit (A collection of devices that includes a rectal irrigation nozzle (also known as a catheter) intended to be used as part of a rectal irrigation system for the introduction of a non-medicated solution (typically water) into the rectum for patients affected by faecal incontinence or constipation; it is not intended for colostomy site irrigation or irrigation of the entire colon. In addition to the disposable nozzle, it includes a reusable fluid container (e.g., water bag). It is intended for use in the home and healthcare facility. This is a reusable device.)
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