New Delhi: The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched MeDevIS, an online platform that provides users with access to information on medical devices.
The platform is designed to support decision-making on the selection, procurement, and use of medical devices for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and health conditions. MeDevIS includes 2301 types of medical devices used in various health areas, including reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health, noncommunicable diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and infectious diseases such as COVID-19.
It is hoped that the platform will make it easier for healthcare practitioners and patients to navigate the ever-increasing number of medical technologies. By providing a single platform that provides information on a wide range of devices, it is hoped that the platform will make it easier for healthcare professionals to make more informed decisions about the equipment they require. Additionally, MeDevIS will make it possible for global governments and regulatory bodies to better understand the requirements for medical devices and streamline the procurement process.
The development of MeDevIS is part of WHO’s efforts to improve the accessibility and quality of medical devices worldwide. By providing a global clearing house for medical device information, MeDevIS is expected to support the efforts of governments, regulators, and users in making better decisions that can lead to improved health outcomes.