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Filshie ClipFilshie Clip

May 6, 2024May 6, 2024 nradmin 0 Comments 11:30 pm

A Filshie clip is a device with a silicone lining that's used to prevent pregnancy by blocking blood flow to the fallopian tubes. It's a type of contraceptive tubal occlusion device (TOD) that's

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Sterile GauzeSterile Gauze

April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 nradmin 0 Comments 11:21 am

A Sterile Gauze is an absorbent medical pad. It is manufactured to accommodate every possible type of wound that may require it. A sterile gauze is also designed for different

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CuretteCurette

February 17, 2024February 17, 2024 nradmin 0 Comments 5:24 pm

A curette is a surgical instrument designed for scraping biological tissue or debris in a biopsy, excision, or cleaning procedure. In form, the instrument is a small hand tool, often

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ScalpelScalpel

January 17, 2024January 17, 2024 nradmin 0 Comments 12:53 am

A scalpel, is a small and extremely sharp bladed instrument used for surgery, or anatomical dissection. Scalpels may be single-use disposable or re-usable. Re-usable scalpels can have attached, resharpenable blades

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Dissecting ScissorDissecting Scissor

December 24, 2023December 24, 2023 nradmin 0 Comments 3:24 pm

Dissecting scissors are scissors used for cutting and dissection of various tissues. They are widely used in hospitals and health care units for any surgical procedure. It is designed for

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Surgical SutureSurgical Suture

December 14, 2023December 14, 2023 nradmin 0 Comments 2:39 am

A Surgical suture or stitch, is a medical tool used by doctors and surgeons to hold body tissues together to close a wound. Application generally involves using a needle attached

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Bandage ScissorBandage Scissor

December 7, 2023December 7, 2023 nradmin 0 Comments 11:20 am

Bandage scissors are an important component of any first-aid kit. These scissors are angled tip scissors, with the blunt tip on the bottom blade which helps in cutting bandages without

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Stitch ScissorsStitch Scissors

December 6, 2023December 6, 2023 nradmin 0 Comments 2:39 am

Stitch Scissors, are also known as suture scissors, are primarily used for suture removal. These scissors have a small hook shaped tip on one blade that slides under sutures to

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AEDAED

November 23, 2023November 23, 2023 nradmin 0 Comments 12:13 pm

An AED, or Automated External Defibrillator, is a portable, life-saving device used to help people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. It's sophisticated, yet easy-to-use even for even non-medical personnel. The device

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ForcepsForceps

November 21, 2023November 21, 2023 nradmin 0 Comments 11:29 am

Forcep is a handheld, hinged instrument used for grasping and holding objects. A forcep is used when fingers are too large to grasp small objects or when many objects need

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