Summary The prosthetic liner acts as a sort of "second skin" between the movable soft tissue of the residual limb (muscles, tissue, skin) and the hard shell of the socket. This reduces movement and friction between the skin and prosthetic socket and therefore reduces the forces in the socket described earlier. The prosthetic liner connects your residual limb to the prosthetic, cushioning the sensi...

Summary The prostate is a walnut-sized gland located behind the base of a man’s penis, in front of the rectum, and below the bladder. Cancer begins when healthy cells in the prostate change and grow out of control, forming a tumor. A tumor can be cancerous or benign. A cancerous tumor is malignant, meaning it can grow and spread to other parts of the body. A benign tumor means the tumor can grow...

Summary The most common indication for biliary stenting is for treatment of obstructive jaundice from either benign or malignant causes. On occasion, stents are placed for management of bile leaks. Stents are made of either plastic or metal, and they are placed to provide internal drainage, eliminating the need for an external catheter. Market Segment as follows: By Type Covered Metal Biliary ...

Summary The Intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) is a mechanical device that increases myocardial oxygen perfusion while at the same time increasing cardiac output. Increasing cardiac output increases coronary blood flow and therefore myocardial oxygen delivery. It consists of a cylindrical polyethylene balloon that sits in the aorta, approximately 2 centimeters (0.79 in) from the left subclavian arte...

Summary The injectable anticoagulants include low molecular weight heparin (LMWH) agents (dalteparin [Fragmin ], enoxaparin [Lovenox ]) and factor Xa inhibitors (fondaparinux [Arixtra ]).In general, the injectable anticoagulants are Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved for prophylaxis and/or treatment of venous thromboembolism. Market Segment as follows: By Type Low-molecular-weight Hep...

Summary The human papillomavirus (HPV) test detects the presence of human papillomavirus, a virus that can lead to the development of genital warts, abnormal cervical cells or cervical cancer. The HPV testing is further classified into three sub-segments, namely, follow-up testing, co-testing, HPV primary testing. Market Segment as follows: By Type HPV Testing Follow-up HPV Testing Co...

Summary The Human Microbiome is the collection of all the microorganisms living in association with the human body. These communities consist of a variety of microorganisms including eukaryotes, archaea, bacteria and viruses. Bacteria in an average human body number ten times more than human cells, for a total of about 1000 more genes than are present in the human genome. Because of their small si...

Summary The Global Surgical Gloves Consumption Market Research Report is a professional and in-depth study on the current state of the Surgical Gloves market. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2015 through 2021. Also, a six-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market Segment as follows: By Type Natural Latex Surgical gloves Non-Latex Surgical glove...

Summary The Global Neurovascular Devices Industry 2016 Market Research Report is a professional and in-depth study on the current state of the Neurovascular Devices industry. Market Segment as follows: By Type Aneurysm Coiling & Embolization Devices Cerebral Balloon Angioplasty & Stenting Systems Support Devices Neurothrombectomy Devices By Application Hospitals Clinics ...

Summary The biosensor is a sensing device, which consists of a combination of a specific biological element and a transducer. Biosensors are defined as analytical devices that convert a biological response into electrical signal and assist in measuring a wide spectrum of analytes including organic compounds, gases, bacteria and others.There are three main parts of a biosensor: (i) the biological r...

Summary Test Phantoms can ensure your patients are receiving maximum image quality at the lowest possible dose. Market Segment as follows: By Type CT Test Phantoms Mammography Test Phantoms Ultrasound Test Phantoms Radiation Oncology Test Phantoms MRI Test Phantoms Others By Application Research institute School Hospital Others By Company Gammex Fluk...

Summary TCO (Transparent conducting oxide) glass, the transparent conductive oxide coated glass, flat glass surface is coated by physical or chemical means evenly coated with a layer of transparent conductive oxide glass, including In, Sn, Zn, and Multiple Cd oxides and oxide glass composite materials. There are two main indicators of TCO glass First, the high visible light transmittance, and the ...

Summary Tattooing is quite a favorite choice for a large number of people today. The tattoo parlors are also available in plenty to meet this increasing demand. Also, unlike the olden times where there were pretty much fixed patterns to be tattooed, not its possible to get any of your dream images to be tattooed on to the skin. The designs can be made even by using the advanced computer graphics t...

Summary System integration is defined in engineering as the process of bringing together the component sub-systems into one system (an aggregation of subsystems cooperating so that the system is able to deliver the overarching functionality) and ensuring that the subsystems function together as a system, and in information technology as the process of linking together different computing systems a...

Summary Synthetic Resin Teeth are prosthetic devices constructed to replace missing teeth; they are supported by the surrounding soft and hard tissues of the oral cavity. The main raw material of synthetic teeth is PMMA. Market Segment as follows: By Type Synthetic Resin Teeth Containing Inorganic Filler Synthetic Resin Teeth without Inorganic Filler By Application Repair broken teeth ...

Summary Surgical Stapling Device is medical device which is used to place surgical staples. Surgical staples are specialized staples used in surgery in place of sutures to close skin wounds, connect or remove parts of the bowels or lungs. Market Segment as follows: By Type Straight Surgical Stapling Devices Curved Surgical Stapling Devices Circular Surgical Stapling Devices Others ...

Summary Surgical Retractors are surgical instruments with which a surgeon can either actively separate the edges of a surgical incision or wound, or can hold back underlying organs and tissues, so that body parts under the incision may be accessed. Market Segment as follows: By Type Hand Held Retractors Self-Retaining Retractors By Application Abdomen Surgery Brain Surgery Vas...

Summary Surgical mesh is a loosely woven sheet which is used as either a permanent or temporary support for organs and other tissues during surgery. Surgical mesh is created from both inorganic and biological materials and is used in a variety of surgeries. Though hernia repair surgery is the most common application, it can also be used for reconstructive work, such as in pelvic organ prolapse. M...

Summary Surgical instrument tracking systems are efficient systems which help the healthcare professional. Surgical Instrument Tracking System mainly includes the software, hardware, and the service, the software occupies the largest market share; the system can enhance patient safety, reduce case delays, increase staff productivity, and so on. Market Segment as follows: By Type RFID Barco...

Summary Sugar Coated Tablets are coated with a colored or an uncolored sugar layer. The coating is water soluble and quickly dissolves after swallowing. The sugar-coating protects the encapsulated drug from the environment and provides a barrier to objectionable tablet taste or odor. Market Segment as follows: By Type Colored Sugar Coated Tablets Colorless Sugar Coated Tablets By Applicati...

Summary Stretch socks are the medical equipment which is made of a material that has a very high elasticity. Stretch socks can deliver a distributed amount of compression at the ankle and up the leg and help relieve symptoms and slow the progress of varicose veins. They are designed to gently squeeze the legs, which promotes good blood flow in the veins. Patients with venous disease may benefit fr...

Summary Steroid-Corticosteroids are a class of steroid hormones that are produced in the adrenal cortex of vertebrates, as well as the synthetic analogues of these hormones. Market Segment as follows: By Type Cream Injection Others By Application Hospital Clinic Others By Company Pfizer Sumitomo Novartis Merck Sanofi Johnson and Johnson GSK ...

Summary Sterilization trays are a shallow sterilization platform designed for the carrying of items. They are often used in hospital, clinic, laboratory and other areas. Sterilization trays are rectangular, and they are designed to resist the heat of sterilization without corrosion. Market Segment as follows: By Type Stainless Steel Trays Plastic Trays Others By Application Hospita...

Summary Sterilization Container for medical use is a rigid reusable sterile container system used for the packaging, transportation, and storage of medical instruments prior to during, and after sterilization. As an alternative to the wrap and pouch materials commonly used to package cassettes and instruments, Sterilization Containers provide significant economic and environmental benefits along w...

Summary Stem cells are a class of undifferentiated cells that are able to differentiate into specialized cell types. Commonly, stem cells come from two main sources: Embryos formed during the blastocyst phase of embryological development (embryonic stem cells) and Adult tissue (adult stem cells). Market Segment as follows: By Type Umbilical Cord Blood Stem Cell Embryonic Stem Cell Adul...

Summary Stem Cell Banking refers to the human stem cell transplantation for the purpose, with acquisition, processing, preservation and provides the ability to differentiate stem cell storage bank, has been called the "life bank". Market Segment as follows: By Type Umbilical Cord Blood Stem Cell Embryonic Stem Cell Adult Stem Cell Others By Application Diseases Therapy Heal...

Summary Spirulina is a microscopic spiral shaped blue-green vegetable algae which grows in mineral-rich freshwater and saltwater sources. It provides an abundance of protein, vitamins, minerals, trace minerals, essential fatty acids, phytonutrients, and antioxidants. Market Segment as follows: By Type Powder Tablet Spirulina Extracts By Application Health Products Feed Othe...

Summary Sphygmomanometer, also called blood pressure meter, blood pressure monitor, or blood pressure gauge, is an instrument for measuring arterial blood pressure. Market Segment as follows: By Type Mercury Sphygmomanometers Aneroid Sphygmomanometers Digital Sphygmomanometers By Application Hospital Clinic Family Others By Company Omron A&D Medical Yuwell ...

Summary Specialty medical chairs are medical devices that help patients in enhancing mobility or in improving comfort during various surgical operations. Market Segment as follows: By Type Birthing Chairs Blood Drawing Chairs Dialysis Chairs Ophthalmic Chairs ENT Chairs Dental Chairs Rehabilitation Chairs Others By Application Hospital Extended Care Institut...

Summary Specialty Drug Distribution is a link of pharmaceutical logistics; it distributes Specialty Drug to consumers relying on certain logistics equipment, technology and logistics management information system. Specialty drugs play an increasingly important role in the treatment of chronic conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS), rheumatoid arthritis (RA), psoriasis, and inflammatory bowel d...