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Gastroenterology medical device classification

Every gastroenterology device in CDSCO's classification register, with its risk class under the Medical Devices Rules, 2017 and its intended use. 35 are Class A non-sterile, non-measuring devices, which are exempt from licensing but must be registered.

Devices
216
Class A
47
Class B
130
Class C
37
Class D
2

Gastroenterology devices and their class

216 devices

  • Absorbent enteric stomal dressing

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    To be placed over a continent enteric stoma (surgically-created artificial opening between the intestines and the body surface through which bodily waste is drained from the intestines) to protect it from harmful external influences, which includes absorbent materials intended to protect the surrounding skin from enteric fluids.

  • Anal fistula circular cutter

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    To be intended for the circumferential resection of tissue to treat simple anal fistula.

  • Anal fistula seton

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile implantable cord intended to be placed through an anal fistula tract and tied outside the fistula, forming a loop around the anus, to allow drainage through the fistula for tissue healing.

  • Anastomosis Bypass Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    It is anchored to mucosa and submucosa 3 centimetres proximal to a site of colonic anastomosis and later spontaneously evacuated by way of the rectum.

  • Anoscope, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the anus and rectum.

  • Anoscope, single-use

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the anus and rectum.

  • Balloon dilators for Gastroenterology

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    Used to dilate strictures of the gastrointestinal tract, including strictures of the esophagus, pylorus, duodenum and colon.

  • Barium enema catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A flexible tube designed to administer barium, a contrast medium, into the lower gastrointestinal tract by way of the rectum, for radiographic visualization of the area.

  • Bile duct prosthesis

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    An implantable artificial substitute for the tube-like structure that carries bile from the gallbladder to the duodenum.

  • Biliary manometric catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile, non-electrical flexible tube intended to be inserted into the biliary tree to measure pressures within the ducts, especially to evaluate sphincter of Oddi function.

  • Biliary stents

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    Biliary stents provide bile drainage from the gallbladder, pancreas and bile ducts to the duodenum in conditions such as ascending cholangitis due to obstructing gallstones.

  • Biliary stone retrieval basket

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Intend to extract stones in an antegrade fashion through an ampullary orifice previously treated by endoscopic sphincterotomy or less commonly with balloon dilation.

  • Catheter-balloon inflator, reprocessed

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile device designed to manually inflate and regulate the pressure of a balloon catheter (e.g., by injecting and aspirating fluid or air within the balloon), and to deflate the balloon during a medical procedure.It is typically used during angiography, angioplasty, gastrointestinal (GI), or sinuplasty procedures.

  • Catheter-balloon inflator, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A device designed to manually inflate and regulate the pressure of a balloon catheter (e.g., by injecting and aspirating fluid or air within the balloon), and to deflate the balloon during a medical procedure.

  • Catheter-balloon inflator, single-use

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile device designed to manually inflate and regulate the pressure of a balloon catheter (e.g., by injecting and aspirating fluid or air within the balloon), and to deflate the balloon during a medical procedure.

  • Cholangiography Catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Diagnostic evaluation of the bile ducts during laparoscopic cholecystectomy procedures.

  • Cholangiography Needle

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    The aspirating needle is passed through the patients skin and liver tissue until the tip penetrates one of the hepatic ducts.

  • Cholangiopancreatography catheter, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A flexible tube inserted through a flexible endoscope, after its placement in the duodenum via the oral cavity, for the endoscopic cannulation of the gastrointestinal ductal system (i.e., the pancreatic, hepatic, and/or common bile ducts) during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).

  • Cholangiopancreatography catheter, single-use

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A flexible tube inserted through a flexible endoscope, after its placement in the duodenum via the oral cavity, intended for the endoscopic cannulation of the gastrointestinal ductal system (i.e., the pancreatic, hepatic, and/or common bile ducts) during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).

  • Closed-ended intestinal ostomy bag, multiple-piece

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A non-sterile plastic pouch designed to be attached around a faecal stoma for use as a receptacle for faeces following a colostomy [the stool (faeces) being generally well formed].

  • Closed-ended intestinal ostomy bag, one-piece

    Gastroenterology

    Class A

    A non-sterile plastic pouch designed to be attached with an adhesive to the skin around a faecal stoma and used as a receptacle for faeces following a colostomy [the stool (faeces) being generally well formed].

  • Colon Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Colon Tubes also called "Tips" or even Catheters are inserted from the anus, through the rectum to deliver your enema solution into the colon (large intestine).

  • Colonic endoscopy cuff

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile distal attachment to a flexible endoscope intended to improve endoscopic control and bowel visualization during colonic endoscopy.

  • Colonic lavage kit, surgical

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A collection of sterile devices intended to be used during open colorectal surgery (bowel resection) to irrigate the colon above (proximal to) the site of a lesion/blockage, prior to surgical anastomosis, when preoperative preparation of the colon has not been possible, normally due to obstruction.

  • Colonic mucosa barrier dressing

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A non-sterile solution/suspension intended to be introduced into the sigmoid/descending colon as an enema for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (e.g., ulcerative colitis). It is intended to create an adhesive physical barrier on the colonic mucosa to protect the mucosa from potentially harmful substances in the distal colon lumen

  • Colonic stent

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A colonic stent is a flexible, hollow tube designed to keep a segment of the colon (large bowel) open when it has become blocked (obstructed). This blockage is commonly caused by a tumour inside the bowel or by outside pressure on the bowel wall.

  • Colonoscope positioning sleeve

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A non-sterile endoscopic sheath with two inflatable balloons designed to be mounted on a colonoscope to position and stabilize the endoscope within the large intestine of a patient.

  • Colonoscope stiffener

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A dedicated stiff wire that is inserted into a flexible colonoscope to allow the physician to increase the stiffness of the colonoscope when extra rigidity is required during a colonoscopy.

  • Colorectal sizer

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A hand-held manual surgical instrument designed to assess colon and/or rectal lumen diameter to aid the selection of an appropriate size intraluminal stapler (i. e, the stapler head) for bowel anastomosis following transection.

  • Colostomy Irrigation Kit, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A set of non-sterile, non-powered devices intended to administer lukewarm water through a colostomy stoma into the colon in a controlled, gravity-assisted manner, to facilitate bowel evacuation and bowel management in colostomy patients. It typically includes a colostomy irrigation bag, a flow regulator, a cone-shaped irrigation nozzle/tip, tubings and other non-powered accessories (irrigation sleeve, clamps, etc.). It is not intended for use in connection with any active medical device. Not for continuous use. This is a reusable device after appropriate cleaning.

  • Common bile duct dilator

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A hand-held manual surgical instrument designed to dilate the common bile duct, i.e., the union of the cystic and hepatic ducts.

  • Connecting Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Used to provide connection to a drainage bag.

  • Decompression Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Decompression using a rectal tube may assist in the treatment only if the sigmoid colon is involved.

  • Double Lumen for intestinal Decompression and/or Intubation Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Tracheal intubation, usually simply referred to as intubation, is the placement of a flexible plastic tube into the trachea (windpipe) to maintain an open airway or to serve as a conduit through which to administer certain drugs.

  • Duodenal bypass liner

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A non-sterile stent-like device with a valve designed to be implanted in the duodenum where it is intended to reduce duodenal nutrient absorption from food to facilitate obese patient weight loss.

  • Duodenal stents

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    Duodenal Stent is indicated for the palliative treatment of gastroduodenal obstructions.

  • Duodenal-jejunal bypass liner

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile stent-like implant designed to function as an impermeable barrier in the duodenum and part of the jejunum for partially-digested food from the stomach (chyme) passing on its inside and bile/digestive enzymes passing on its outside, intended to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and obesity.

  • Endoscope calibration cover, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A plastic cap/cover intended to be placed onto the distal end of an endoscope (not included) to allow white balance and/or 3-D adjustment to be calibrated in the electronic control unit of the endoscope. This is a reusable device.

  • Endoscope channel cleaning valve

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    An adapter or valve to be fitted to an endoscope for cleaning purposes.

  • Endoscope cleaning brush

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A device intended to remove dirt or debris from the working channel (s) and irregular surface of the endoscope prior to disinfection and sterilization.

  • Endoscope collector

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A device intended to collect the excreted endoscopic video capsule camera.

  • Endoscope flushing adaptor

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    An adapter intended to be fitted to an endoscope air/water channel for flushing of the endoscope during post-procedural ‘precleaning’ step of endoscope reprocessing after endoscopic procedure.

  • Endoscope leak tester tubing

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    Intended to deliver air or any other medium from a leak tester to the interior of an endoscope during a leak test.

  • Endoscope Patient Protection Distal Endcap, Single-Use

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An invasive device, designed as a detachable cap, intended to cover the exposed distal end of an endoscope (e.g., duodenoscope, etc.) during an endoscopic procedure for patient safety. This is a sterile and single-use device.

  • Endoscope tissue removal cap

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile plastic tube designed to be placed onto the distal end of an endoscope (e.g., oesophagoscope) to facilitate the removal of coagulated blood/tissue during electrosurgical treatment (e.g., for the treatment of Barrett’s oesophagus).

  • Endoscope/instrument holder, noninvasive, manually-adjusted

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A noninvasive, manually adjusted device intended to be used to hold, maintain in a desired position, and enable positional adjustment of an endoscope (e.g., laparoscope) and/or associated instruments/devices during an endoscopic examination/surgical procedure.

  • Endoscopic biopsy valve, non-sterile

    Gastroenterology

    Class A

    A non-sterile device intended to be fitted to an endoscope biopsy port to enable access for/exchange of endoscopic devices while maintaining insufflation and minimizing leakage of biomaterial during an endoscopic procedure.

  • Endoscopic biopsy valve, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A non-sterile device intended to be fitted to an endoscope biopsy port to enable access for/exchange of endoscopic devices while maintaining insufflation and minimizing leakage of biomaterial during an endoscopic procedure.

  • Endoscopic biopsy valve, sterile

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile device intended to be fitted to an endoscope biopsy port to enable access for/exchange of endoscopic devices while maintaining insufflation and minimizing leakage of biomaterial during an endoscopic procedure.

  • Endoscopic cutting stapler connector

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A rod-like component of an endoscopic cutting stapler intended to enable connection between the stapler handpiece and the endpiece/loading unit.

  • Endoscopic electrosurgical biopsy/resection kit, full- thickness

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A collection of sterile devices, which includes an implantable haemostatic ligation clip, intended to be used to obtain a full-thickness tissue biopsy and/or therapeutic resection of gastric, duodenal, colonic, and/or rectal tissue during an endoscopic procedure.

  • Endoscopic electrosurgical biopsy/resection kit, partial-thickness

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A collection of devices designed to be inserted through a compatible endoscope to obtain a mucosal tissue biopsy and/or therapeutic resection of upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract tissue, typically during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedures.

  • Endoscopic electrosurgical electrode/submucosal lift needle

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile, invasive, endoscopic device intended to deliver both: 1) a submucosal lifting solution and 2) an electrosurgical current in a monopolar configuration (i.e., with a return electrode) to tissues for cutting/coagulation.

  • Endoscopic gastrointestinal stenosis dilator

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile invasive device intended to be used to dilate or expand a narrowing lesion (e.g., oesophageal stricture, stenosis) in the lumen of the gastrointestinal [GI] tract, under endoscopic visualization.

  • Endoscopic irrigation/aspiration foot- pedal

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A manual, foot-operated device intended to be used in conjunction with an irrigation tubing set (not included) to facilitate delivery of sterile irrigation fluid by displacing a syringe plunger (not included).

  • Endoscopic motorized cutting stapler, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A hand-held, battery-powered surgical instrument designed to be used during endoscopic surgical procedures for the expeditious transection and resection of tissues and the creation of anastomoses.

  • Endoscopic motorized cutting stapler, single-use

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile, hand-held, battery-powered surgical instrument designed to be used during endoscopic surgical procedures for the expeditious transection and resection of tissues and the creation of anastomoses.

  • Endoscopic Needle

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Used to sample targeted submucosal gastrointestinal lesions through the accessory channel of an ultrasound endoscope.

  • Endoscopic needleless submucosal lift catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile, flexible tube intended to non-invasively deliver a submucosal lifting solution into the submucosa of the gastrointestinal tract through a flexible endoscope during an endoscopic procedure (e.g., gastroscopy, colonoscopy) to lift a lesion, typically for subsequent excision.

  • Endoscopic overtube, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A tubular device intended to be used in combination with a compatible flexible endoscope to aid in endoscopic insertions and to secure a pathway for multiple endoscopic intubations during diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures (e.g., upper and/or lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract endoscopy).

  • Endoscopic spray catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile, flexible tube intended to be used with an endoscope (e.g., colonoscope) to administer fluids (e.g., dyes for mucosal coloration) in spray form.

  • Endoscopic video image processor

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A unit intended to receive receive and process electronic video image signals sent from the endoscope (not included). It is not intended to control the endoscope. This is not an image analysis tool.

  • Enema bag

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    Intended to be used to hold an enema solution for administration into the rectum.

  • Enema tip, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A non-sterile device made with Hevea natural rubber latex (NRL) intended to be connected to an enema tube to facilitate delivery of an enema solution into the rectum.

  • Enema tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class A

    A non-sterile, length of tubing that is used as a conduit between the enema bag and the enema tip for the delivery of the enema solution into the rectum.

  • Enema tube, non-sterile

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A non-sterile length of tubing that is used as a conduit between the enema bag and the enema tip for the delivery of the enema solution into the rectum.

  • Enteral feeding tube clearing kit

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A collection of non-sterile compounds and devices intended to be used to prevent and/or remove, through biochemical action, an enteral formula clog in an in situ enteral feeding tube to maintain luminal patency.

  • Enteral feeding/decompression tube clearing stem

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A non-sterile, sheath-covered device intended to be used to mechanically clear a clog in an in situ nasogastric, nasoenteral, gastrostomy and/or jejunostomy tube, used for feeding and/or decompression, to maintain luminal patency.

  • Enteral tube extension, non-sterile

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A non-sterile, thin, flexible tube intended for extracorporeal connection to an enteral feeding tube (e.g., nasogastric tube) to increase the length of tubing from the patient to an oral/enteral device (e.g., syringe) during enteral feeding/medication administration or aspiration.

  • Enteral tube extension, sterile

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile, thin, flexible tube intended for extracorporeal connection to an enteral feeding tube (e.g., nasogastric tube) to increase the length of tubing from the patient to an oral/enteral device (e.g., syringe) during enteral feeding/medication administration or aspiration.

  • Enteric stomal shield

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A non-sterile cap intended to be placed over an enteric stoma to protect it from harmful external influences (e.g., knocks, friction).

  • Esophageal Balloon Catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Intended for use in adult and adolescent populations

  • Esophageal Obturator

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Inserted through a patients mouth to aid ventilation of the patient during emergency resuscitation by occluding obturator (blocking) the esophagus, thereby permitting positive pressure ventilation through the trachea.

  • Externally-propelled flexible video colonoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A non-sterile endoscope with a highly flexible sleeve and distal tip intended for the visual examination of the entire adult colon [lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract].

  • Feeding Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A feeding tube is a device that's inserted into your stomach through your abdomen. It's used to supply nutrition when you have trouble eating.

  • Fistula-repair biomatrix implant

    Gastroenterology

    Class D

    A sterile, bioabsorbable, animal-derived substance intended to be injected into a fistula tract (e.g., anal or rectal fistula) to close it by adding volume and promoting the ingrowth and neovascularization of host tissue.

  • Flatus tube, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A tube intended to be inserted through the anus to remove flatus and relieve distension in the rectum. This is a reusable device.

  • Flexible fibreoptic choledochoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the choledoc, better known as the common bile duct (CBD).

  • Flexible fibreoptic colonoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the entire colon [lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract].

  • Flexible fibreoptic duodenoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine).

  • Flexible fibreoptic enteroscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the small intestine (the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum).

  • Flexible fibreoptic gastroduodenoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract [oesophagus, stomach, and duodenum (the first part of the small intestine), including the pancreas and the bile duct].

  • Flexible fibreoptic gastroscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the oesophagus and the stomach.

  • Flexible fibreoptic oesophagoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended the visual examination and treatment of the oesophagus.

  • Flexible fibreoptic pancreatoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment in the pancreas.

  • Flexible fibreoptic sigmoidoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the sigmoid colon (the distal S-shaped part of the large intestine leading to the rectum).

  • Flexible ultrasound colonoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the entire colon [lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract].

  • Flexible ultrasound duodenoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion, combined with an ultrasound probe, intended for the visual examination and treatment of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine).

  • Flexible ultrasound gastroduodenoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion, combined with an ultrasound probe, intended for the visual examination and treatment of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract [oesophagus, stomach, and duodenum (the first part of the small intestine), including the pancreas and the bile duct].

  • Flexible video choledochoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the choledoc, better known as the common bile duct (CBD).

  • Flexible video choledochoscope, single- use

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the biliary tract and related ducts [e.g., common bile duct (CBD), cystic duct, pancreatic duct], and for the removal of gallstones.

  • Flexible video colonoscope, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the entire colon [lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract].

  • Flexible video colonoscope, single-use

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the entire colon [lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract].

  • Flexible video duodenoscope, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine).

  • Flexible video duodenoscope, single-use

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine).

  • Flexible video enteroscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the small intestine (the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum).

  • Flexible video gastroduodenoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract [oesophagus, stomach, and duodenum (the first part of the small intestine), including the pancreas and the bile duct].

  • Flexible video gastroscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the oesophagus and the stomach.

  • Flexible video oesophagoscope, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the oesophagus. It is inserted into the body through the mouth. Anatomical images are obtained via a camera incorporated at the distal end of the oesophagoscope and are shown on a monitor. This device is commonly used to examine abnormalities in the tissue structure and mucous lining of the oesophagus. This is a reusable device.

  • Flexible video oesophagoscope, single- use

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the oesophagus.

  • Flexible video pancreatoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment in the pancreas.

  • Flexible video sigmoidoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the sigmoid colon (the distal S-shaped part of the large intestine leading to the rectum).

  • Forceps, gallbladder, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A hand-held, manual surgical instrument intended to atraumatically grasp or manipulate the gallbladder. This is a reusable device intended for transient use.

  • Forceps, intestinal, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A hand-held manual surgical instrument intended for the atraumatic holding/grasping and/or compression of intestinal structures, tissues, and some organs during a surgical procedure. This is a reusable device intended for transient use.

  • Gastric pH strip

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    Intended to be used to indicate the pH level of human gastric aspirate.

  • Gastric sleeve

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile implantable device intended to be wrapped around the proximal portion of the stomach to reduce stomach volume and facilitate weight loss in overweight/obese patients by attempting to restrict the quantity of food consumed through an increased sense of satiety (fullness).

  • Gastric tonometry catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile flexible tube intended for orogastric, nasogastric, or rectal insertion to sample carbon dioxide (CO2) from the mucosal vasculature of the stomach or sigmoid colon for the measurement of partial pressure (i.e., tonometry) of CO2 (pCO2) during diagnosis of mensenteric ischemia.

  • Gastric, Colonic, etc. Irrigation and Aspiration Catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Used for instilling fluids into withdrawing fluids from, splinting, or suppressing bleeding of the alimentary tract.

  • Gastro- Enterostomy Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Tube is placed through the abdominal wall into the stomach and then through the duodenum into the jejunum.

  • Gastro-oesophageal antireflux prosthesis

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    An implantable device introduced into the gastro- oesophageal sphincter to reduce a sliding hiatal hernia, preventing the reflux of gastric contents into the oesophagus.

  • Gastro-oesophageal pH/impedance catheter, non-sterile

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A non-sterile flexible tube with electronic sensors at its distal end intended to be inserted through the nose into the oesophagus and stomach to measure pH and/or electrical impedance, typically for the evaluation of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastric ulcers, or other gastrointestinal conditions.

  • Gastro-oesophageal pH/impedance catheter, sterile

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile flexible tube with an with an electrical conductor at its distal end intended to be inserted through the nose into the oesophagus and stomach to measure pH and/or electrical impedance, typically for the evaluation of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastric ulcers, or other gastrointestinal conditions.

  • Gastro-urological director

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A slender, rod-like surgical instrument made of metal, typically with groove running along the centre of it distal shaft and/or continuing with an elongated malleable wire loop, that is used to guide other devices or instruments into a selected intracorporeal location during a gastroenterological/urological (GU) procedure.

  • Gastro-urological probe

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A slender, rod-like, hand-held manual surgical instrument, typically made of flexible metal with a blunt bulbous tip, designed for exploring gastroenterological/urological (GU) structures during a GU procedure.

  • Gastro-urological scoop

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A heavy, hand-held, manual surgical instrument with a spoon-like, sharp-edged distal end on a long thin shaft that is used to access and scrape tissue from the common hepatic/bile duct system during a gastroenterological/urological (GU) procedure.

  • Gastro-Urology Needle

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Intended for gastroenterology biopsy.

  • Gastrointestinal anastomosis coupler, bioabsorbable

    Gastroenterology

    Class D

    An implantable device intended to be used to join and transect excess tissue of gastrointestinal structures through the coupling of two ring-shaped components that are inserted into the ends of the segments to be attached.

  • Gastrointestinal anastomosis coupler, non- bioabsorbable

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    An implantable device intended to be used to join and transect excess tissue of gastrointestinal structures through the coupling of two ring-shaped components that are inserted into the ends of the segments to be attached.

  • Gastrointestinal catheter/endoscope tracking system

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A multicomponent assembly of mains electricity (AC-powered) devices designed for real-time visualization/navigation of a catheter and/or endoscope during insertion in the gastrointestinal tract, by detecting its position/movement within an electromagnetic (EM) field and displaying three- dimensional (3-D) virtual images on a monitoring screen.

  • Gastrointestinal endoscopic clip applier

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A device intended to be used in combination with a compatible flexible endoscope for the application of a gastrointestinal endoscopic clip(s) [not included] to the mucosal lining of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract for endoscopic marking, haemostasis, tissue approximation, closure of luminal perforations, and/or for treating mucosal/submucosal defects during an endoscopic procedure.

  • Gastrointestinal endoscopic clip cutter

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile device intended to be used in combination with a generator to remove a gastrointestinal endoscopic clip.

  • Gastrointestinal endoscopic clip cutter generator

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A portable, mains electricity (AC-powered) device intended to be used in conjunction with a cutter for the endoscopic removal of a gastrointestinal endoscopic clip.

  • Gastrointestinal endoscopic clip, long-term

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile clip intended to be implanted long-term (>30 days) within the gastrointestinal (GI) tract during an endoscopic procedure for endoscopic marking, haemostasis, tissue approximation, closure of luminal perforations, and/or for treating mucosal/submucosal defects.

  • Gastrointestinal endoscopic clip, short-term

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile clip intended to be placed short-term (<=30 days) within the gastrointestinal (GI) tract during an endoscopic procedure for endoscopic marking, haemostasis, tissue approximation, closure of luminal perforations, and/or for treating mucosal/submucosal defects.

  • Gastrointestinal Endoscopic Insufflator

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An electrically-powered device intended to be used during an endoscopic procedure to distend (expand by pressure) the lumen of the colon or other portion of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, and/or improve endoscopic visualization through the pressure-limited introduction of medical gas [e.g., carbon dioxide (CO2)]. This may also be referred to as a gas distension system.

  • Gastrointestinal manometric catheter, electronic

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A non-sterile flexible tube with electronic sensors at the distal end intended to be inserted through the nose or rectum into the gastrointestinal (GI) tract to evaluate peristaltic motility anywhere in the GI tract (pharynx, oesophagus, stomach, duodenum, small bowel, colon, and anorectal area) by measuring pressure it may additionally be intended to measure pH and electrical impedance and contain a lumen.

  • Gastrointestinal manometric catheter, non- electronic

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A non-sterile, non-electrical flexible tube intended to be inserted through the nose or rectum into the gastrointestinal (GI) tract for measuring pressure to assess peristaltic motility in the GI tract (e.g., oesophagus, stomach) or rectal musculature and anal sphincter functions, typically in the evaluation of GI disorders [e.g., gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), faecal incontinence].

  • Gastrointestinal ostomy tube pocket

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A non-sterile, noninvasive pouch designed to be wrapped around the protruding end of a gastrointestinal ostomy tube (e.g., gastrostomy or jejunostomy tube) to hold and support it in order to ensure its stabilization on the patient.

  • Gastrointestinal Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A gastrostomy tube (also called a G-tube) is a tube inserted through the abdomen that delivers nutrition directly to the stomach.

  • Gastrojejunostomy tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile, thin, flexible, hollow cylinder percutaneously inserted into the stomach, typically through puncture of the abdominal wall and stomach after distention of the stomach by endoscopic methods, with an extended portion inserted through the pylorus into the jejunum. It is used to feed a patient who has a physical disability that prevents oral feeding (e.g., a birth defect of the mouth, oesophagus, or stomach, or a neuromuscular condition that affects chewing and swallowing), and to provide drainage/decompression for the stomach when it is necessary to bypass a longstanding obstruction of the stomach outlet into the small intestine.

  • Gastrostomy aspiration system gravity set

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A collection of non-sterile devices designed as the external portion of a gastrostomy aspiration system intended to be used post-surgery by the patient after implantation of the stomach tube for the removal of a portion of stomach contents after meals, by aspiration, to achieve portion control and subsequently weight loss in a morbidly obese (bariatric) patient (≥ 18 years).

  • Gastrostomy aspiration system stomach tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile, thin, flexible, hollow cylinder intended to be percutaneously implanted by endoscopic methods into the stomach of a morbidly obese (bariatric) patient (≥ 18 years) for the removal of a portion of stomach contents after meals by aspiration when used with a dedicated gravity kit that is the external portion of a gastrostomy aspiration system.

  • Gastrostomy button

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile, short, tube that is inserted into the stomach percutaneously to permit long-term enteral feeding.

  • Gastrostomy T fastener

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A device intended to be inserted into the stomach percutaneously to appose the anterior gastric wall to the anterior abdominal wall, typically to facilitate the insertion of a percutaneous gastrostomy tube or for procedures requiring stabilization/fixation of hollow gastrointestinal (GI) structures.

  • Gastrostomy tube Y-piece connector

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile connecting device shaped in the form of a "Y" intended for connection to the proximal end of a gastrostomy tube to enable administration of nutrient liquids and/or medication through the gastrostomy tube.

  • Gravity enema set

    Gastroenterology

    Class A

    A collection of devices intended to be used to deliver an injection of fluid (e.g., saline solution) into the rectum to facilitate evacuation of the large intestine.

  • Gravity enema set, non- sterile

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A set of non-sterile device intended to deliver an injection of fluid (e.g., saline solution) into the rectum to facilitate evacuation of the large intestine.

  • Implantable gastric clamp

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile implantable device designed to isolate the lesser curvature segment of the stomach (magenstrasse) to reduce stomach volume and facilitate weight loss in overweight/obese patients through a reduction in food consumption based on an increased sense of satiety (fullness).

  • Implantable incontinence- control electrical stimulation system

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    An assembly of battery-powered devices intended to treat chronic disorders of the pelvis and lower urinary or intestinal tract, typically related to urinary and/or faecal incontinence, through the application of electrical stimuli to the muscles and/or neural tissue of the pelvic floor/bladder.

  • Implantable peritoneal catheter holder

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A small, sterile, implantable device designed to secure a peritoneal or lumboperitoneal catheter in situ by suturing it to the abdominal fascia at the point of entry/exit.

  • Intestinal ostomy bag anti- adhesion device

    Gastroenterology

    Class A

    A non-sterile, noninvasive device intended to be applied to the inner surface of an intestinal ostomy bag to prevent opposing inner walls of the bag from sticking together (anti-pancaking).

  • Intestinal ostomy base plate

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    The base plate is intended to fix the ostomy bag and adhere to intact skin around the stoma.

  • Intestinal ostomy kit

    Gastroenterology

    Class A

    A collection of non-sterile devices intended to be used for attachment/replacement of an intestinal ostomy bag (for collecting intestinal output such as faeces following a colostomy or ileostomy procedure).

  • Intestinal ostomy support kit

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A collection of non-sterile devices (base plate, towels, scissors) intended to be used for attachment/replacement of an intestinal ostomy bag (for collecting intestinal output such as faeces following a colostomy or ileostomy procedure).

  • Intestinal splint

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile rigid or flexible device intended to be implanted within the abdomen to stabilize a portion of the intestine, or to stabilize and protect an injured portion of the intestine.

  • Intestinal stoma shield/support belt

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A non-sterile plate intended to be placed over an enteric stoma to protect it from harmful external influences (e.g., knocks, friction), to reduce the risk of stomal herniation, or to help maintain adhesion of the base plate to the skin.

  • Intestinal stoma shield/support belt, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class A

    A non-sterile plate, typically with a waist belt for attachment, intended to be placed over an enteric stoma (surgically-created artificial opening between the intestines and the body surface through which bodily waste is drained) to protect it from harmful external influences (e.g., knocks, friction), to reduce the risk of stomal herniation, or to help maintain adhesion of the base plate to the skin.

  • Intestinal stoma shield/support belt, single- use

    Gastroenterology

    Class A

    A non-sterile plate, typically with a waist belt for attachment, intended to be placed over an enteric stoma (surgically-created artificial opening between the intestines and the body surface through which bodily waste is drained) to protect it from harmful external influences (e.g., knocks, friction), to reduce the risk of stomal herniation, or to help maintain adhesion of the base plate to the skin.

  • Intraluminal oesophageal retractor

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile, hand-held manual surgical instrument intended to be inserted through an orogastric (or nasogastric) tube to mechanically divert the oesophagus away from the site of surgery during electrical treatments of the heart (e.g., cardiac ablation), to facilitate surgical site access and to help prevent injury to the oesophagus.

  • Invasive silicone sheet dressing

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile, flat stretch of silicone elastomer intended for use as a short-term intra-abdominal dressing following abdominal surgery, when a re-exploration of the wound/abdomen is planned within a thirty day period. It is used to achieve temporary abdominal closure to avoid the complications of an open abdomen.

  • Jejunostomy Catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Used for intraoperative feeding jejunostomy

  • Laparoscopic cholangiography catheter/needle

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile, flexible, single-lumen tube with a distal needle intended to puncture the neck of the gallbladder (Hartmann’s pouch) during laparoscopic cholangiography to allow injection of contrast media.

  • Laparoscopic grasping forceps, Non sterile

    Gastroenterology

    Class A

    A sterile, rigid surgical instrument designed to be introduced through a laparoscope primarily for grasping and manipulating tissues during a laparoscopic surgical procedure.

  • Laparoscopic grasping forceps, sterile

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A rigid surgical instrument designed to be introduced through a laparoscope primarily for grasping and manipulating tissues during a laparoscopic surgical procedure.

  • Laparoscopic swab forceps

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An instrument designed to grasp a pledget swab at the distal end to obtain cytological specimens and/or to perform blunt dissection during gynaecologic and/or other (e.g., cholecystectomy) laparoscopic procedures.

  • Levine Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Used for the aspiration of gastric and intestinal contents and administration of tube feedings or medications.

  • Manual enema device

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A non-sterile device intended to be used to manually administer fluid (e.g., saline solution) into the rectum to facilitate evacuation of the large intestine through expansion of the lower intestinal tract and physical stimulation of peristalsis.

  • Manual enema device, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A device intended to be used to manually administer fluid (e.g., saline solution) into the rectum to facilitate evacuation of the large intestine through expansion of the lower intestinal tract and physical stimulation of peristalsis.

  • Manual rectal irrigation system

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A portable assembly of manually-operated devices designed to be used by or on a patient to irrigate the rectum with water, typically to provoke the defecation reflex for the evacuation of the bowels to treat/prevent constipation and reduce the risk of faecal incontinence.

  • Motorized laparoscopic forceps

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A mains electricity (AC-powered) motorized surgical instrument designed for grasping, mobilizing, and suturing tissues/vessels under direct or endoscopic visualization during a surgical procedure.

  • Multiple-Piece Ostomy Pouch

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A non-sterile, non-invasive device intended to collect and contain body effluent from a surgically created stoma (e.g., urostomy, colostomy, ileostomy) or/and from abnormal skin openings, such as wounds or fistulas. This is a single-use device.

  • Nasoenteral tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile, thin, flexible, hollow cylinder designed to access the small intestines (duodenum or jejunum) through the nose and nasopharynx for examination (e.g., of intestinal contents), treatment (e.g., decompression, short-term feeding), or other purposes.

  • Nasogastric tube holder, intranasal

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A non-sterile, non-surgically invasive device intended to be used to secure a nasogastric tube to the nose of a patient to prevent displacement or removal of the tube.

  • Nasogastric tube holder, noninvasive, non-sterile

    Gastroenterology

    Class A

    A small, non-sterile, noninvasive device intended to be used to secure a nasogastric tube to prevent displacement or removal of the tube from the patient.

  • Nasogastric tube holder, noninvasive, sterile

    Gastroenterology

    Class A

    A small, sterile, noninvasive device intended to be used to secure a nasogastric tube to prevent displacement or removal of the tube from the patient.

  • NasoGastric Tube/Ryles Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    It is a special tube that carries food and medicine to the stomach through the nose. It can be used for all feedings or for giving a person extra calories.

  • Non-vascular catheter introduction set

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A collection of sterile, invasive devices intended to enable percutaneous Seldinger-type introduction of a non-vascular catheter (e.g., drainage catheter) into a body cavity or lumen (e.g., biliary tract, ureter).

  • Oesophageal Blakemore Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    It is a medical device inserted through the nose or mouth and used occasionally in the management of upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage due to oesophageal varices .

  • Oesophageal Sengtaken Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    It is used only in emergencies where bleeding from presumed varices is impossible to control with medication alone.

  • Oesophageal temperature monitor

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An electronic device used to monitor the temperature of the oesophagus during surgical ablation of the wall of the left atrium. It typically measures the oesophageal temperature at several adjacent levels, and displays these temperature values simultaneously to help the surgeon avoid the application of heat high enough to form atrial-oesophageal fistulas.

  • Ostomy adhesive

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    Adhesive to be placed around stoma to attach two-piece ostomy collection device.

  • Ostomy odour-absorbent/deodorizer

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A device intended to be used with an ostomy pouch/bag to absorb unwanted odours and/or emit fragrance to conceal any unpleasant odours emanating from the patients stoma/ostomy devices and to facilitate emptying and cleaning of the pouch by helping the contents move more freely, and pouch management during routine ostomy care. After application, this device cannot be reused.

  • Paediatric-temperature nasogastric/orogastric tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile, thin, flexible, hollow cylinder designed as a paediatric or neonatal enteral feeding tube with an integrated temperature sensor that continuously measures oesophageal temperature.

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  • Pancreatic stent

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    Pancreatic duct stents are often placed in patients who have chronic pancreatitis.

  • Partially-implantable abdominal port/catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile partially-implantable device intended to provide access to the peritoneal cavity for infusion (e.g., insulin, chemotherapeutic agents).

  • Percutaneous biliary biopsy procedure kit

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A collection of sterile devices intended to be used to obtain a tissue specimen from within the biliary duct system for histological analysis by a percutaneous endoscopic approach, typically under fluoroscopic visualization.

  • Pharyngeal electrical stimulation catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile, flexible tubular device intended to deliver pharyngeal electrical stimulation for the treatment of neurogenic dysphagia.

  • Powered rectal/colostomy irrigation system

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A portable assembly of battery-powered devices intended to be used by, or on a patient, for the controlled introduction of a non-medicated solution (typically water) into the rectum to treat faecal incontinence or constipation (rectal irrigation), and/or for colostomy site irrigation.

  • Probiotic oropharyngeal mucosa dressing

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A non-sterile substance intended to be applied to the mucosa of the mouth and/or pharynx to facilitate saprophytic microflora colonization within the oral cavity/pharynx, typically following antibiotic therapy, bacterial infection, or injury. It includes probiotic bacteria (e.g., Streptococcus salivarius, Streptococcus oralis) and compounds that create a barrier to facilitate growth of the probiotic bacteria.

  • Proctoscope, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the rectum and anus.

  • Proctoscope, single-use

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the rectum and anus.

  • Rectal Balloon

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Reducing the intrafraction motion and improving the sparing of rectal wall by reducing the rectal volume in the high- dose region, resulting in significant reduction in rectal toxicity.

  • Rectal Catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    It is inserted into the rectum in order to relieve flatulence which has been chronic and which has not been alleviated by other methods.

  • Rectal dilator, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    Intended to dilate the anal sphincter and canal when the size of the anal opening may interfere with its function. This is a reusable device.

  • Rectal speculum

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A hand-held manual surgical instrument intended to be used to expand or stretch the rectal orifice/canal after it is inserted and opened.

  • Rectal speculum, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A hand-held manual surgical instrument intended to be used to expand or stretch the rectal orifice/canal after it is inserted and opened. The instrument is used for examination or for the insertion of other instrumentation. This is a reusable device.

  • Rectal suction biopsy system

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An assembly of disposable and reusable devices designed to obtain a submucosal tissue specimen from the rectum using suction [rectal suction biopsy (RSB)], typically for histopathological analysis [e.g., to help diagnose Hirschsprung's disease (HD)].

  • Rectal Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A rectal tube, also called a rectal catheter, is a long slender tube which is inserted into the rectum in order to relieve flatulence.

  • Rectal/colonic lavage support kit

    Gastroenterology

    Class A

    A collection of non-sterile, noninvasive devices intended to be used in conjunction with a rectal and/or colonic irrigation system to support the introduction of an irrigation solution into the rectum/colon.

  • Rectoscope, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the rectum and anus.

  • Rectoscope, single-use

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the rectum and anus.

  • Rectoscope/proctoscope handle

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A manual device intended to be used as a handle to hold a rectoscope or proctoscope during an examination procedure.

  • Rectosocope/proctoscope handle end-cap

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A small cap intended to be fitted to the proximal end of the handle of a rectoscope or proctoscope during an examination procedure to provide an airtight seal so that air can be pumped through the scope to inflate the bowel.

  • Rigid oesophagoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the oesophagus.

  • Rigid sigmoidoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the sigmoid colon (the distal S-shaped part of the large intestine leading to the rectum).

  • Robotic electrosurgical instrument, bipolar, single- use

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile electrosurgical device intended to be connected directly to the arm of a robotic surgical system to deliver electrosurgical current in a bipolar configuration (i.e., without a return electrode) from a generator directly to tissues for cutting/coagulation/ablation during robotic endoscopic (e.g., laparoscopic, arthroscopic) surgery.

  • Robotic surgical retractor

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A surgical device intended to be used in conjunction with a robotic surgical system to enable retraction of tissues during a robotic endoscopic procedure.

  • Scissors, rectal, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A hand-held, manual instrument intended to cut tissue during rectal surgery. This is a reusable device intended for transient use.

  • Sclerotherapy Needle/Catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Sclerotherapy Needles are designed to provide access for injection therapy applications and may also be used for polypectomy and endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR).

  • Self-propelled flexible video colonoscope

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile endoscope with a highly-flexible, self- propelled, inserted portion intended for the visual examination of the entire colon.

  • Spring-loaded pneumoperitoneum needle, reusable

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A slender, sharply-pointed metal tube designed to introduce or remove gas from the peritoneal cavity as a therapeutic or surgical/radiological procedural method. It is often inserted into the peritoneal cavity for the purpose of insufflation [e.g., with carbon dioxide (CO2)] to establish pneumoperitoneum prior to abdominal endoscopy.

  • Spring-loaded pneumoperitoneum needle, single-use

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A slender, sharply-pointed metal tube designed to introduce or remove gas from the peritoneal cavity as a therapeutic or surgical/radiological procedural method. It is often inserted into the peritoneal cavity for the purpose of insufflation [e.g., with carbon dioxide (CO2)] to establish pneumoperitoneum prior to abdominal endoscopy.

  • Static magnetic anal plug

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A non-sterile magnetic device designed to be inserted into the rectum by the user and retained there for a specified period of time (e.g., 1 to 2 hours per day for 10 to 20 days) to help reduce anal haemorrhoids with magnetism.

  • Stoma drainage catheter

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A sterile flexible tube that is inserted into a stoma (an artificial opening in the body, especially in the abdominal wall, made during a surgical procedure) to drain bodily waste from an internal stoma container normally directly into the toilet.

  • Stoma support implant

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile, non-bioabsorbable device intended to be implanted into the abdominal wall during a gastro- urological ostomy procedure to reduce the risk of parastomal hernia by supporting the abdominal wall surrounding the stoma.

  • Stomach Evaculator (Gastric Lavage) Tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    Passage of a tube via the mouth or nose down into the stomach followed by sequential administration and removal of small volumes of liquid.

  • Stone Retrieval ERCP Balloon Catheter, single-use

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A tubular, non-electrical device with an inflatable balloon, intended for the removal of stones (calculi) from the biliary tract during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP). It may simultaneously enable the injection of a contrast medium into the biliary tree for fluoroscopic visualization of the bile ducts. This is a single-use device.

  • TEM/TEO rectoscope, optical

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for surgical treatment of the lower part of the bowel during transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEM) or transanal endoscopic operations (TEO).

  • TEM/TEO rectoscope, video

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for surgical treatment of the lower part of the bowel during transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEM) or transanal endoscopic operations (TEO).

  • Thermal-regulation orogastric tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A non-sterile, multi-lumen, multi-purpose tube intended for oral introduction into the gastrointestinal (GI) tract for both: 1) enteral feeding/gastric decompression and 2) thermal regulation of the whole body via thermal transfer across the oesophagus (to lower and alternatively elevate core body temperature).

  • Transenteric drainage tube

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    A sterile non-bioabsorbable tube intended to be endoscopically implanted transmurally between the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and a pancreatic pseudocyst or the biliary tract for drainage.

  • Transition (ENFit) Connector

    Gastroenterology

    Class ANon-sterile, non-measuring

    A non-sterile, single-use connector intended to facilitate the safe and secure connection between enteral feeding systems and legacy feeding tubes for the administration of enteral nutrition.

  • Video capsule endoscopy system

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An assembly of electronic devices designed for the internal visualization and examination of sections of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract using a non-digestible video capsule after it has been swallowed by a patient.

  • Video capsule endoscopy system application software

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    An individual software application program or group of programs, routines or algorithms that add specific computer assisted display, processing and analysis capabilities to a video capsule endoscopy system.

  • Video capsule endoscopy system capsule

    Gastroenterology

    Class B

    A non-sterile, battery-powered, electronic component device of a video capsule endoscopy system designed to be swallowed by a patient for the internal visualization and examination of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.

  • Wire

    Gastroenterology

    Class C

    An esophageal stent is a stent (tube) placed in the oesophagus to keep a blocked area open so the patient can swallow soft food and liquids.

Data from CDSCO's online system for medical devices, retrieved 2026-10-31.