Vitrector

Primary use
Treatment / Resuscitation / Palliative care / Surgery
Type of medical device or related product
Medical equipment
General vs. specific use (health condition)
Specific
Intended population sex
All
Level of technical knowledge
Specialized clinical
Capital
Yes
Reusable
Yes
Requirements
None
WHO list of priority medical devices
Eye care (2022)
Service delivery platforms / Healthcare levels
Second-level and third-level hospital services and specialized outpatient services
Healthcare unit
Specialized surgery
EMDN related code(s)
Q0204
VITRECTOMY DEVICES
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GMDN related code(s)
45074
Vitrectomy system (An assembly of ophthalmic devices intended to deliver energy (e.g., ultrasonic, piezoelectric, pneumatic) through a dedicated hand-held instrument, which converts the energy into an oscillating-cutting action to remove (nibble away) vitreous humour (the jelly-like substance that fills the centre of the eye) during ophthalmic surgery. This system will typically consist of a generator to provide the energy, an infusion and suction system to supply replacement fluid and remove debris, a cutting handpiece and cables, and a foot control. This assembly is typically used to treat diabetic vitreous haemorrhage, retinal detachment, epiretinal membrane, and macular hole.)
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