DEPRESSOR, TONGUE, wooden
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60210
HS Code:
901890
Last Updated on:
22/11/2024, 22:45:40
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-X
Single use
A single-use device, also referred to as a disposable device, is intended for use on one patient during a single procedure. It is not intended to be reprocessed (i.e., cleaned and disinfected or sterilized).
V9001 - Tongue depressors, single-use
European Medical Device Nomenclature (EMDN) is the nomenclature of use by manufacturers when registering their medical devices in the EUDAMED database. EMDN is characterised by its alphanumeric structure that is established in a seven-level hierarchical tree.
In Europe, medical material that fulfills the definition of a medical device according to the MDR (Medical Device Regulation) is classified into 4 classes
The product is part of at least one Kit.
A kit is a collection of products (medical and/or logistic) that are needed for a certain intervention in emergency. The choice and quantity of the articles reflects the MSF protocols for this specific situation. The use of Kits allows to start an intervention without a detailed evaluation.
TONGUE DEPRESSOR, wooden
Definition
A tongue depressor (sometimes called spatula) is a tool used in medical practice to depress the tongue to allow for examination of the mouth and throat. The most common modern tongue depressors are flat, thin, wooden blades, smoothed and rounded at both ends.
Since they are inexpensive and difficult to clean because of their porous texture, wooden tongue depressors are for disposal after a single usage.
Specifications
Technical specifications
- Finely polished wood (beech, birch,...)
- Smooth rounded edges
- Odorless and tasteless
- Length: 140 mm minimum
- Width: +/- 18 mm
- Thickness: 1.5 - 2 mm
- Non sterile, for single use
Packaging & Labelling
Box of 100 units
Instructions for use
Single use. After use, break the depressor in order to prevent re-use.
Ensure its effective destruction.
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