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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cerebrovascular accident

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

A sudden, severe attack of paralysis, loss of vision, sensation, or speech resulting from brain cell damage caused by insufficient blood supply to the brain or from injury to the ...

chamber

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

An area of the heart through which blood passes.

cholesterol

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

A waxy substance found only in food that comes from animals.

chronotropic incompetence

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

Inability of the heart to give a heart rate that matches the needs of the body.

circulation

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The movement of blood through the vessels. Circulation is induced by the pumping action of the heart, enabling the flow of nutrients and oxygen through the body.

circulatory system

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

The circulatory system is composed of the heart, arteries, capillaries and veins. It transports blood low in oxygen from the body to the lungs and heart via the veins. Oxygenated ...