Medical devices

Medical devices

Any instrument, appliance or machine that facilitates the prevention,diagnosis and treatment of illness, physical or mental injury, by a medical professional.

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biomarker (biochemistry marker)

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

A biological molecule found in blood, other body fluids, or tissues that is a sign of a normal or abnormal process, or of a condition or disease. A biomarker may be used to see ...

blood clot

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

A jelly-like mass of blood tissue formed by clotting factors in the blood, which can stop the flow of blood. Blood clots can cause a heart attack or stroke when they form inside ...

blood pressure

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

The force exerted by the heart in pumping blood; the pressure of blood in the arteries.

blood volume

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The amount of blood circulating throughout the body, typically about 5 liters for an adult.

bpm (beats per minute)

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

Usually refers to an intrinsic heart rate that is not being paced. For adults, the typical heart rate is about 70 bpm.

brachial

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

Pertaining to the arm.

bradycardia (bradyarrhythmia)

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

A slow heartbeat, typically less than 60 beats per minute. It may be caused by the sinoatrial (SA) node not working properly, or by a condition called heart block. Can be ...