Alternative names
Cryosurgical unit
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
air conditioning / temperature control
gases (Carbon Dioxide)
gases (Nitrous Oxide)
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Service delivery platforms / Healthcare levels
Healthcare unit
EMDN related code(s)
Z120102
CRYOSURGERY EQUIPMENT
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GMDN related code(s)
11067
General cryosurgical system, cryogen gas, mechanical (An assembly of devices designed to apply cold from a gaseous or liquid refrigerant (cryogen) [e.g., liquid nitrogen (LN2), nitrous oxide (N2O), carbon dioxide (CO2)] to malignant or abnormal benign tissue for its destruction and removal. The system typically includes a mechanical regulator to control the flow of cryogen, contained in an attached cylinder, and the probe(s) to apply the cold. The system is used across clinical specialties (e.g., general surgery, dermatology, oral surgery, gynaecology, urology, ENT, proctology, oncology) and is not dedicated to ophthalmic or cardiac use.)
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WHO List of Priority medical devices list for the COVID-19 response and associated technical specifications
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