medical device

Definition / meaning of medical device

An instrument, tool, machine, test kit, or implant that is used to prevent, diagnose, or treat disease or other conditions. Medical devices range from tongue depressors to heart pacemakers and medical imaging equipment.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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