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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embolism

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

Obstruction or occlusion of a blood vessel by an embolus.

embolus

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

A plug composed of a detached thrombus or mass of bacteria that occludes a blood vessel.

endoarterectomy

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

Surgical removal of plaque deposits or blood clots in an artery.

diagnostics

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

Information gathered by an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD) or pacemaker to evaluate a patient's rhythm status, verify system operation, or assure delivery of ...

diaphragmatic stimulation

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

Simulation of the phrenic nerve or diaphragm by a pacing output pulse, causing a hiccough-like reaction.

diastolic blood pressure

Medical devices; Cardiac supplies

The lowest blood pressure, measured in the arteries when the heart muscle is relaxed between beats. Diastole is the phase of the cardiac system where the heart rests.