Primary use
Type of medical device or related product
Multiple vs. specific use (health condition)
Intended population age
Intended population sex
Level of technical knowledge
Capital
Reusable
Requirements
None
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Service delivery platforms / Healthcare levels
Healthcare unit
EMDN related code(s)
Z12020701
CYSTOSCOPES
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GMDN related code(s)
17145
Rigid optical cystoscope (An endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the bladder and the urinary tract. It is inserted into the urethra (the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body) through the natural urinary orifice during cystoscopy. Anatomical images are transmitted to the user through relayed lens optics or a fibreoptic bundle. It is used to examine/diagnose incontinence, the inability to pass urine (retention), recurrent urinary tract infections, to remove tissue samples/stones/small tumours from the bladder, and for removal of the prostate. This is a reusable device.)
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WHO related resources
WHO resources on medical devices
Interagency list of priority medical devices for essential interventions for reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health
WHO list of priority medical devices for cancer management
WHO List of Priority Medical Devices for management of cardiovascular diseases and diabetes
WHO List of Priority medical devices list for the COVID-19 response and associated technical specifications
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Trauma and Emergency Surgery Kit (TESK) 2019
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WHO priority medical devices website
WHO essential in vitro diagnostic website
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