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Plain English definition
of
Medical device
from
Think Local Act Personal (TLAP) Jargon Buster
Source
An object - not a drug - that is used to diagnose, prevent or treat illness or look after your health. There are many kinds of medical device, from the simple to the highly complex. A thermometer, an implant, an artificial limb and a wheelchair are all examples of medical devices.
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