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Laparoscopic & Endoscopic Products
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Laparoscopic Procedures
- Heated Insufflation Tube
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- Veress Needle
- High Flow Heated Insufflation Tube
- Arthroscopy Irrigation Set
- Disposable Bladeless / Bladed Trocar with Thread / Balloon
- Disposable Wound Protector
- Disposable Height Changeable Wound Protector
- Retrieval Bag
- Laparoscopic Suction Irrigation Set
- Laparoscopic Insufflator
- Endoscopy Care and Accessories
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Laparoscopic Procedures
- Respiratory & Anesthesia
- Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Gynaecology
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Urology
- CathVantage™ Portable Hydrophilic Intermittent Catheter
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Cysto/Bladder Irrigation Set
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- B-uro Bladder Irrigation Set
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- H-pump Bladder Irrigation Set
- Sup-flow Bladder Irrigation Set
- Maple Irrigation Set
- Peony Irrigation Set
- Nelaton Catheter
- Urinary Drainage Bag
- Urinary Drainage Leg Bag
- Enema Kits
- Sitz Bath Kits
- Click Seal Specimen Container
- Silicone Male Catheter
- Spigot Catheter and Adaptor
- Sandalwood Irrigation Set
- Freesia Irrigation Set
- Daffodil Irrigation Set
- Single-Use Digital Flexible Ureteroscope
- Enteral Feeding Products
- Dental
- Fluid Management
- Warming Unit and Warming Blanket
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Operating Room Necessities
- Nasal and Oral Sucker
- Pulsed Lavage System
- Disposable Medical Equipment Covers
- Magnetic Drape / Magnetic Instrument Mat
- Suction Handle
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General Surgery
- Perfusion Atomizer System
- Gastric Sump Tube
- Surgical Hand Immobilizer / Lead Hand for Surgery
- Administration Set for Blood
- Ear/Ulcer Syringe
- Bulb Irrigation Syringe
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- Mixing Cannula
- Basin Liner/Basin Drape
- Medical Brush
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- Suture Retriever
- Needle Counter
- Disposable Calibration Tube
- Heparin Cap
- 100ML Bulb Irrigation Syringe
- Scleral Marker
- Surgical Light Handle
- Mucosal Atomization Device
- Durable Medical Equipment
- Patient Handling System
- PVC-FREE Medical Device
- Emergency
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CathVantage™ Twist Intermittent Catheter | GCMEDICASep 20 , 2024
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Single-Use Digital Flexible Ureteroscope | GCMEDICASep 20 , 2024
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Disposable Hemorrhoid Ligator | GCMEDICASep 20 , 2024
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Gastric Lavage Kits | GCMEDICASep 20 , 2024
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Little Sucker Oral Nasal Suction Device | GCMEDICASep 20 , 2024
Single-use Endoscopic Valves
Single-use Endoscope Valves are critical components in the field of endoscopy, designed to maintain sterility and improve patient safety during endoscopic procedures. These disposable valves are used with endoscopes to control the flow of fluids and air, ensuring clear visibility and operational efficiency for the physician. Their single-use nature is a direct response to concerns about cross-contamination and the challenges of effectively cleaning and sterilizing reusable valves.
Sterile single-use endoscopic valves help prevent potential patient safety risks and eliminate the need for manual cleaning and reprocessing.
Packaged sterile. Valves easily incorporate into your infection prevention policy as a single-patient use item.
Features of Single-Use Endoscopic Valves
Sterile Single Use Air/Water, Suction, and Biopsy Valves:
Eliminate manual cleaning and reprocessing of reusable valves
Help create consistent practices
Reduce the potential for errors
Available for Olympus®, Fuji®, and Pentax® Endoscopes
Specification of Single-Use Endoscopic Valves
No. | Product code | Description |
01 | GC1965O01 | 4-piece Kit (Single Use Air/Water, Suction and Biopsy Valves and Connector ) |
02 | GC1965O02 | 3-piece Kit (Single Use Air/Water, Suction and Biopsy Valves) |
03 | GC1965O03 | 2-piece Kit (Single Use Air/Water and Suction Valves) |
04 | GC1965O04 | Biopsy Valves |
Regulatory and Quality Standards
Single-use endoscopic valves must comply with rigorous regulatory standards to ensure their safety and efficacy. In the United States, for example, they would be subject to FDA oversight, requiring premarket notification [510(k)] or premarket approval (PMA), depending on their classification. Similarly, in Europe, they must comply with the Medical Devices Regulation (MDR) and carry the CE mark. Manufacturers must demonstrate that these products meet strict quality and performance criteria, including biocompatibility, sterility, and safe disposal.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1:What Are the Benefits of Single-use Endoscopic Valves Compared to Reusable Valves?
A1:Single-use endoscopic valves offer significant benefits over their reusable counterparts, primarily in enhancing patient safety and procedural efficiency. They eliminate the risk of cross-contamination between patients, addressing a critical concern in infection control. Without the need for time-consuming and sometimes imperfect cleaning and sterilization processes required for reusable valves, single-use valves ensure a high level of sterility and compliance with stringent health regulations. Additionally, they provide consistent performance and eliminate the possibility of wear and tear associated with repeated use, which can compromise patient safety and the effectiveness of procedures.