MT Monthly's New Medical Terminology
A-2000
Bispectral Index (BIS) monitor:
device that measures the effects of anesthetics on the brain, allowing
anesthesiologists to give the precise amount of drug that the patient needs.
ABaer
(automated brainstem auditory evoked response) system: auditory testing device that can be used either as a
primary infant screening tool or to corroborate results from a basic pass/refer
hearing test.
abciximab
(ReoPro):
monoclonal antibody used in angioplasty patients
Abelcet
(amphotericin B lipid complex): used to treat aspergillosis
ABPP
(bropirimine):
immunomodulator
Abreva: non-prescription cold sore medicine that shortens
healing time and duration of symptoms.
AC137:
experimental
drug used to treat insulin-dependent diabetics
Accolate (zafirlukast): used to treat asthma
accuDEXA:
bone mineral density (BMD) assessment system.
AccuMeter:
one-step HDL
test
acemannan
(Carrisyn):
antiviral
acetowhite
lesions:
warts that turn white with acetic acid application
acetylcysteine
(Fluimucil):
immunomodulator
Achilles+
ultrasonometer:
new device that helps doctors diagnose osteoporosis without the use of x-rays
Aci-jel:
vaginal
jelly
Aciphex
(rabeprazole sodium):
proton pump inhibitor (PPI) used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease
(GERD).
AcryDerm
Sheet:
advanced wound dressing designed for use with mild-to-moderate exudative wounds
AcryDerm
Strands: absorbent
moist wound dressing; flexibility allows it to be easily placed into deep
cavities and is intended for use in moderate-to-heavy exudative wounds
ACS
Endura coronary dilation catheter: over-the-wire
catheter featuring a balloon that allows inflation to high pressure with minimal
growth
ACS
Hi-Torque Iron Man: guide
wire
ACS
MULTI-LINK:
coronary stent system
ACS
OTW Lifestream coronary dilatation catheter: over-the-wire perfusion catheter
ACS
OTW PHOTON:
coronary dilatation catheter.
ACS
RX Comet VP: coronary
dilatation catheter
ACS
RX Comet: rapid-exchange
coronary dilatation catheter
ACS
RX Flowtrack catheter
ACS
Tx2000 VP Coronary Dilatation Catheter: over-the-wire, high-pressure balloon catheter
ACS:180
BR: blood
test for the breast cancer antigen CA 27.29
Acsorex:
OTC acne
treatment
Actalyke
Activated Clotting Time Test System: coagulation testing system
ACTG:
AIDS Clinical Trials Groups
Acthrel
(corticorelin ovine triflutate IV): used to treat Cushing syndrome
Actimmune (interferon gamma-1b) injection:
used to delay the time to disease progression in patients with severe, malignant
osteopetrosis. Note: Osteopetrosis is a hereditary abnormality of
osteoclasts that causes defective bone resorption and a failure of bone
remodeling. These bones become hard (like marble), but are brittle and more
often fractured than are normal bones.
Actiq
(oral transmucosal fentanyl citrate): approved for the management of breakthrough cancer pain.
Actis: available over-the-counter, this
adjustable constriction band is used to enhance the erection process in men with
erectile dysfunction.
Activa
Tremor Control Therapy:
implanted device used to suppress tremor
Activella (estradiol/norethindrone acetate tablets):
used for the prevention of osteoporosis associated with menopause.
Activent
antimicrobial ventilation tubes: tympanostomy tubes manufactured with silver oxide as an antimicrobial
substance
Actonel (risedronate sodium tablets):
used for the treatment and prevention of postmenopausal osteoporosis and
glucocorticoid-induced osteoporosis.
Actonel
(risedronate): drug
used to induce remission in patients
with Paget's disease of the bone (osteitis deformans).
Actos
(pioglitazone hydrochloride): oral treatment for type 2 diabetes.
Actron
(ketoprofen):
over-the-counter pain reliever
AcuMatch L Series: cemented femoral stem component.
AcuMatch M Series: patented modular femoral hip prostheses.
acyclovir
oral suspension:
first generic equivalent of Zovirax and only liquid product to be approved by
FDA thus far; used to treat genital herpes, herpes zoster, and chickenpox
Adaptive
Focusing Technology (AFT):
uses hyperthermia (focused heat) to improve the results of both radiation and
chemotherapy in cancer patients
Adato
Sil 5000 (a.k.a. Adatomed Silicone Oil): silicone oil injected into the eye to treat retinal detachments
Adcon-L:
barrier gel used to prevent scarring and adhesions after lumbar surgery.
AddOn-Bucky:
direct x-ray detector, which converts x-ray information directly into a digital
image.
ADEKs
Pediatric Drops
Adenoscan:
injectable
coronary vasodilator; diagnoses coronary artery disease
ADmark
Assays: the
first Alzheimer disease-specific tests
Adprin-B:
buffered aspirin
Advair Diskus (fluticasone propionate and
salmeterol inhalation powder): asthma medication that simultaneously treats
inflammation and bronchoconstriction.
Advantage
3000: series
of electromyography (EMG) instruments.
AeroView:
optical
intubation system that includes a disposable articulating sheath and reusable
endoscope, allowing guidance for placement of endotracheal tube during surgery
under direct video imaging.
Affinity
oxygenator with Trillium bio-passive surface: takes the place of lungs during heart/lung bypass
surgery.
Affirm:
one-step pregnancy test; effective as early as the first day of a missed period
Agenerase
(amprenavir):
protease inhibitor for the treatment of HIV infection.
Aggrastat
(tirofiban HCl):
glycoprotein (GP) IIb/IIIa inhibitor used to treat unstable angina and non-Q
wave myocardial infarction
Aggrenox
(aspirin/extended-release dipyridamole): approved for the prevention of stroke in patients
who have experienced a previous stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA).
Ahn (dual balloon) thrombectomy
catheter: named after its
developer, this catheter incorporates a distal dual balloon design to more
effectively remove emboli, as well as a proximal indicator safety balloon which
allows the surgeon to visually determine inflation volume.
Airet:
albuterol
AIRIS
II MR imaging system
AirMax:
external
nasal dilator designed to improve breathing capacity during exercise
AKPro:
dipivefrin
HCl
AlaSTAT
Allergy Immunoassay System:
allergy immunoassay system (similar to RAST) designed to detect numerous
allergens from one blood sample; FDA has approved 61 assays in addition to the
previously approved 57 diagnostic assays
Alastat
Latex-Specific IgE Allergen Test Kit: detects risk for allergic reactions to latex
Albenza (albendazole): used to treat hydatid cyst disease and
neurocysticercosis
Albert
Grass Heritage - PSG: digital
polysomnograph (PSG) used for sleep monitoring in patients with sleep
disorders
albuterol
sulfate syrup
Aldara
cream:
approved to treat genital warts
aldesleukin
(Proleukin):
cytokine
alendronate
(Fosamax):
first non-hormonal drug for osteoporosis
Alesse:
new low-dose
oral contraceptive; 100 mcg levonorgestrel/20 mcg ethinyl estradiol tablets
alfa-n3:
cytokine
Alferon
LDO (interferon, alfa-n3):
cytokine
Alferon
N (interferon, alfa-n3):
cytokine
AliMed's
Toboggan Arm Guard
Alkphase-B:
serum-based laboratory test for bone formation.
Allegra-D: non-sedating antihistamine with decongestant.
AlloDerm
universal dermal tissue graft:
used in treatment of third-degree burns
Allon
System thermo-regulation device: used to maintain normal body temperatures in
patients undergoing surgery.
Allovectin-7:
orphan drug used to treat invasive and metastatic melanoma.
ALLY
catheter
Alpha
Dx System:
test used to help diagnose acute myocardial infarction (AMI).
alpha-BSM:
bone substitute material approved for craniofacial indications.
Alphanate:
antihemophilic
alprazolam:
0.25 mg, 0.5
mg and 1-mg tablets approved; generic equivalent of Xanax, a tranquilizer
alprostadil
(Caverject):
impotence; injected along the corpus
Alrex
(loteprednol etabonate ophthalmic suspension 0.2%): used in the treatment of ophthalmic allergies.
Altace
(ramipril):
approved for post MI heart failure treatment
Altaire: open MR imaging system.
Alternans
Test:
noninvasive cardiac diagnostic test used to identify patients at risk of
cardiac arrest and resultant sudden cardiac death (SCD).
Amaryl
(glimepiride):
used to treat adult-onset Type II diabetes; 1, 2 and 4-mg
AmBisome ((amphotericin B) liposome for injection):
antifungal drug approved for the treatment of cryptococcal meningitis in
HIV-infected patients.
AmBisome:
drug approved to treat FUO (fever of unknown origin)
Amerge
(naratriptan hydrochloride) Tablets: used for the acute treatment
of migraines.
amlexanox
oral paste, 5%: prescription
treatment for aphthous ulcers
AMO
Array: foldable
intraocular lens (IOL) implanted through a small incision during cataract
surgery
AMO
Endosol:
used for irrigation during ophthalmic and ENT surgeries
Amphotec:
amphotericin
B cholesteryl sulfate complex for injection; used to treat invasive
aspergillosis
Amplicor
HIV monitor test
Amplified
Mycobacterium Tuberculosis Direct Test (MTD test): saliva test for tuberculosis
Ampligen:
immunomodulator
Ana-Guard
Epinephrine:
emergency kit
Anandron
(nilutamide):
prostate cancer
Ancure
tube and bifurcated endovascular grafting system: device used to treat aortic aneurysms in the abdomen
without major open abdominal surgery.
Androderm
(testosterone):
skin patch; used to treat hypogonadism
AndroGel
1% (testosterone gel): testosterone replacement gel used to treat men with conditions
associated with low testosterone (hypogonadism).
androscopy:
technique
for magnified penile surface scanning
AneuRx
(bifurcated) stent graft system: device
used to treat aortic aneurysms in the abdomen without major open abdominal
surgery.
AngioJet
Rapid Thrombectomy System:
approved for use in leg arteries and bypass grafts.
Angiomax: a thrombin-specific anticoagulant.
AngioOPTIC
catheters:
microcatheters for peripheral vascular diagnosis
Angio-Seal
(8-French): mechanical
and biochemical seal used to close arterial puncture wounds created during
diagnostic and therapeutic catheterization procedures such as cardiac
angiographies and angioplasties
AngioStent:
used to treat malignant strictures in the biliary tree.
AnnuloFlo:
annuloplasty
ring system
Antagon
(ganirelix acetate) injection: gonadotropin-releasing-hormone
antagonist; used to inhibit premature luteinizing hormone surges in women
undergoing controlled ovarian hyperstimulation.
antimicrobial
mediastinal wound drainage catheter: used to drain blood and fluid from mediastinum after chest surgery
and/or trauma; used along with the silver-based antimicrobial agent,
HealthShield.
Antiox:
multivitamin
Antizol
(fomepizole)
Injection: antidote for ethylene glycol poisoning.
Apatate
with Fluoride:
multivitamin
Apetil:
B vitamin
combination
Aphthasol
(amlexanox):
canker sores
Apligraf (Graftskin):
approved for diabetic foot ulcer care.
Apligraf
(Graftskin):
approved for treatment of venous leg ulcers.
Apollo
DXA: system
that measures bone mineral density at the heel.
AquaFlow: collagen glaucoma drainage device.
AquaSens
FMS 1000 Fluid Monitoring System: used in hysteroscopic and cystoscopic procedures
Aquest:
estrone
injection
AR-121
(Nystatin-LF I.V. ):
antiviral
Arava
(leflunomide):
new drug for the treatment of active rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in adults.
ARC:
acquired
immunodeficiency syndrome-related complex
ARC-22
(Active Response Catheter) coronary balloon angioplasty catheter:
uses Focus technology (see below) to perform percutaneous transluminal coronary
angioplasty (PTCA); its longer inflation length (22 mm), adjustable dilatation
pressure and capacity for application to the specific disease site offers
advantages over previously designed devices
Arestin (minocycline hcl) microspheres:
used to treat periodontal disease.
Aria
CPAP system:
for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea
Arimidex (anastrozole):
approved to treat breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
Aromasin
(exemestane tablets):
used to treat advanced breast cancer in postmenopausal women.
arrhythmia
mapping system:
used to map electrical activity within the heart
Arsenic TriOxide (ATO): orphan
drug used for the treatment of multiple myeloma.
artery
plug: stops
bleeding in patients who have undergone balloon angioplasty
Arthrotec
(diclofenac sodium 50 mg/misoprostol 200 mcg): arthritis therapy that provides both nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) strength and GI mucosal protection against
ulcers.
ASCUS:
atypical
squamous cells of undetermined significance
A-Spas
S/L: hyoscyamine
sulfate
Aspire
continuous imaging (CI): transforms
CT images to real-time, live motion video
Asprimox
and Asprimox Extra Protection for Arthritis Pain
Assure
blood glucose monitoring system: diabetes testing product.
Astelin (azelastine HCl) nasal spray, 137 mcg: approved
for the treatment of nonallergic vasomotor rhinitis.
Atacand
(candesartan cilexetil):
once-daily treatment of hypertension; angiotensin II receptor blockers (ARB).
Atacand HCT (candesartan cilexetil and HCL):
combines the angiotensin II receptor blocker Atacand with the diuretic
hydrochlorothiazide, providing another treatment option for patients who are
unable to control their hypertension with a single agent.
AtheroCath
Bantam coronary atherectomy catheter: catheter used to perform directional
coronary atherectomy (DCA), a nonsurgical procedure in which artery-clogging
plaque is shaved from coronary vessels
Athos: hair removal laser system.
Atlantis SR:
intravascular ultrasound imaging (IVUS) catheter that aids in the diagnosis of
coronary artery disease.
AtLast
Blood Glucose System:
allows diabetic patients to monitor blood sugar levels; a disposable test
strip is used to obtain a small blood sample from the forearm, thigh or upper
arm.
atracurium
besylate injection: intermediate
duration muscle relaxant
atracurium
besylate: used
as an adjunct to general anesthesia to provide skeletal muscle relaxation
Atridox
(doxycycline hyclate, 10.0%):
used for site-specific antibiotic therapy for the treatment of periodontal
disease.
Atrisorb FreeFlow:
guided tissue regeneration (GTR) barrier with the antibiotic doxycycline; used
during periodontal surgery to help regenerate bone and other tissues destroyed
by periodontal disease.
ATS Open Pivot Bileaflet Heart Valve:
the only clinical mechanical heart valve in the world with no cavities or
recesses in the blood flow path.
AuRA
cemented total hip system:
hip system comprised of forged femoral components; utilizes single
instrumentation set for all applications; designed for first-time hip
replacements, revisions, fractures as well as bone tumor surgical procedures
Aura:
laser system
designed for surgical and dermatological procedures
AuraTek
FDP: rapid
cancer test used to detect the recurrence of bladder cancer
Aurora
MR breast imaging system:
MRI system used to detect lesions in dense-breasted patients
AUSG:
atypical of
undetermined significance, glandular
AUSS:
atypia of
undetermined significance, squamous
AutoCapture
pacing system:
system that enables the pacemaker to monitor ventricular capture using Beat-by-Beat capture confirmation to check whether each electrical
impulse delivered results in a heartbeat.
autolymphocyte
therapy:
used to treat stage IV metastatic renal cell carcinoma
Auto-Lyte
Cotinine EIA assay:
first laboratory test for measuring nicotine exposure.
Automated Disposable Keratome (ADK): surgical instrument used to create a thin corneal flap
during refractive surgery.
AutoSet
Home: device
for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea
Avalide
(irbesartan/hydrochlorothiazide tablets): an angiotensin II receptor blocker combined
with a thiazide diuretic; used to treat hypertension.
Avanar: intravascular ultrasound (IVUS) catheter.
Avandia
(rosiglitazone maleate):
new drug for treatment of type 2 diabetes.
Avapro
(irbesartan):
angiotensin II receptor blocker (ARB) used to treat hypertension.
Avelox
(moxifloxacin hydrochloride): new antibiotic to treat flare-ups of chronic bronchitis.
Avita
cream:
topical form of retinoic acid, for the treatment of acne
Avita
gel: topical
form of retinoic acid; used to treat acne.
AvocetPT:
rapid
point-of-care prothrombin time meter.
Avonex:
interferon beta-1a; slows progression of MS (multiple sclerosis)
AzdU
(azidouridine):
antiviral
Azelex:
topical to treat acne vulgaris
azidouridine
(AzdU): antiviral
Azopt
(brinzolamide):
approved for treatment of intraocular pressure in ocular hypertension and
open-angle glaucoma.
AZT-P-ddI
(Scriptene):
antiviral
Azulfidine
EN-tabs (sulfasalazine delayed release tablets): approved for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
in patients who are intolerant of or do not adequately respond to analgesics or
other NSAIDs
Azulfidine EN-Tabs (sulfasalazine):
approved to treat rheumatoid arthritis in children.
Bactroban
Nasal:
topical agent used intranasally to eradicate nasal colonization with
methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)
Bair
Hugger: patient
warming system
BAK
Interbody Fusion System:
spinal fusion device/system/procedures for treatment of lumbar (low back)
degenerative disk disease where spinal fusion procedure has failed; implantable
devices maintain the disk space between vertebrae
BAK/C: cervical interbody fusion system.
BAK/PROXIMITY
Interbody Fusion Implant:
implant used in spinal fusion surgery in patients with a smaller anatomy.
Baladi
inverter:
device that eliminates clamping during bypass surgery; when inserted into the
aortic incision, it inverts to form a bowl and provides a blood-free workspace
for the surgeon to perform the attachment of the graft to the aorta.
Band-It
Syringe Delivery System
Bankart Tack: used in
the internal fixation of soft tissue to bone for repair of anterior shoulder
instability in patients with Bankart lesions.
Bard
BTA test: three-minute
test for bladder cancer; also known as BTA test
Bard
endoscopic suturing system: new device used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
During the Bard endoscopic suturing procedure, a thin, flexible endoscopic
tube is inserted down the patients throat -- a method that requires no
incisions and usually, no general anesthesia. At the end of the endoscope, a
tiny device, much like a miniature sewing machine, is used to place stitches in
two different locations near a valve (lower esophageal sphincter) located near
the gastroesophageal junction. The suturing material is then tied together to
tighten the valve, thus preventing stomach contents from flowing back up
into the esophagus.
Bard Stinger: ablation catheter used to treat cardiac arrhythmias.
Baxxar: treatment for non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
BCX-34:
experimental drug for treatment of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma
BD Insyte Autoguard-P: shielded
IV catheter.
BDD:
body dysmorphic disorder
Bellatal:
phenobarbital; sedative
Benefix:
recombinant
blood clotting therapy for treatment of Hemophilia B
BeStent2: laser cut stent used after coronary arteries have
been opened with balloon catheters in percutaneous transluminal coronary
angioplasty (PTCA).
Beta-Cath system: intracoronary radiation device; used in
patients suffering from in-stent restenosis.
Betachron
E-R: propranolol
HCl
Betapace
AF (sotalol hydrochloride): new drug used to maintain normal sinus rhythm in
patients with symptomatic atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter.
Bethesda
system: new
classification system for reporting cervical/vaginal cytologic diagnoses; to
replace Pap test
Betimol:
timolol ophthalmic solution; for elevated intraocular pressure
Biaxin
XL (clarithromycin extended-release tablets): new, once-daily formulation of the macrolide
antibiotic, Biaxin.
bicalutamide
(Casodex): prostate
cancer
BiCOAG
Bipolar Cutting Forceps
bililight
phototherapy system
Bioclate:
antihemophilic
factor
Bioclot
aPC Sensitivity Kit:
test used to screen for APC (activated protein C) resistance and identify
patients at risk for developing life-threatening thrombotic disease.
Bioclot
Protein S Assay:
helps diagnose risk for developing clotting disorders
Biocor
hardshell venous reservoir:
used during open heart surgery to replace the function of the lungs
Biocor
softshell venous reservoir:
used with the Biocor 200 high performance oxygenator; gathers the patient's
blood and channels it into the oxygenator
BioFilter:
hemoconcentrator
used in CABG and valve replacement surgery
BioGlass:
bioactive
glass which bonds with living bone tissue, repairing and promoting bone
regeneration; indications include mandibular augmentation and repair of damage
to the middle ear
BioGlue
surgical patch:
reinforces and seals the soft tissues of the lung and bronchi to reduce air
leaks and provide sealing during reconstructive surgery.
BioGrip:
device that fits the contour of your hand and steers the fingers into certain
positions; improves balance, posture, agility and ability to "respond in
any direction.
Biohist-LA:
decongestant/antihistamine
BioLon:
1% solution
of sodium hyaluronate used as a surgical aid to protect corneal endothelium
during ocular surgery.
biomagnetic
therapy
Biomira
unit syphilis test:
aids in the clinical diagnosis of syphilis
Biomira's
Truquant BR: blood
test kit for detection of recurrent breast cancer
Bionicare
1000 stimulator system:
noninvasive therapeutic device used to treat osteoarthritis of the knee
Biopsy
Forceps: disposable
forceps designed to collect tissue
samples utilizing minimally invasive endoscopic techniques for histopathological
examination; indicated for endoscopic gastrointestinal and urological biopsy
applications
BioSorbFX
Self-Reinforced:
resorbable plates and screws used for the fixation of fractures and osteotomies
in the mid-face and cranium.
Biosurge
Synchronous Autotransfuser
Biotel
kidney:
detects diseases of the kidneys, bladder, and urinary tract
Biotel
u.t.i.: test
kit for detection of UTIs
Bio-Tropin:
genetically
engineered human growth hormone product
BioXanthin:
natural
AST xanthin product made from micro algae that is used as a human dietary
supplement.
BioZ
system:
noninvasive hemodynamic monitoring system
BioZ.com:
noninvasive cardiac output monitor.
BiPAP
Duet System: bi-level airway pressure device used to treat patients with
obstructive sleep apnea
bipolar
urological loop: indicated
for use in endoscopic surgical procedures
BIS
sensor: one-piece
sensor used to determine the depth of sedation during surgery; used in
conjunction with Aspect Medical Systems' recently approved A-1050 EEG monitor to
acquire the signals necessary to determine the bispectral index, a measurement
of the effects of anesthetics on the brain
bisoprolol fumarate and hydrochlorothiazide tablets:
2.5 mg/6.5mg, 5 mg/6.5 mg, and 10 mg/6.5 mg tablets approved for the management
of hypertension; generic equivalent Ziac.
BladderManager:
ultrasound device used to monitor urine in the bladder
blastocyst
transfer:
new type of in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedure that raises pregnancy rates
while reducing the likelihood of multiple births.
Blockaid
surgical glove liner
Blom-Singer
Indwelling Low-Pressure Voice Prosthesis
BLU-U blue light photodynamic therapy illuminator: used
exclusively in the LEVULAN photodynamic therapy (PDT) system for treatment
of non-hyperkeratotic actinic keratoses (AKs) of the face or scalp.
Bonamil
Infant Formula with Iron
BOOP:
bronchiolitis obliterans organizing pneumonia
Boost:
nutritional product
bovine
superoxide dismutase (Orgotein):
indicated for familial amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
BrachySeed:
used to treat prostate cancer; manufactured by DRAXIS.
Breathe
Right Nasal Strips: drug-free
nasal strips for congestion
Bromfenex
and Bromfenex PD
bropirimine
(ABPP): immunomodulator
BTA
test: see Bard BTA test
Bullett
Hi-Flo catheter:
for drug delivery
Buphenyl
(sodium phenylbutyrate): orphan drug for the treatment of urea cycle disorders; urea
cycle disorder is a rare disease in which the body is unable to synthesize
and excrete waste nitrogen
Buphenyl:
orphan drug for chronic management of urea cycle disorders
bupropion
HC1 SR:
bupropion hydrochloride sustained release; non-nicotine smoking cessation aid
Buro-Sol:
astringent wet dressing
Busulfex
(busulfan) injection:
used in combination with cyclophosphamide as a conditioning regimen prior to
allogeneic hematopoietic progenitor cell transplantation for chronic
myelogenous leukemia
BVA-100:
instrument used to measure the total amount of blood in the body
BVS-5000
biventricular temporary artificial heart system
Bx VELOCITY: coronary artery stent approved for the treatment of
abrupt or threatened closure of arteries.
CA
15-3 RIA: serum
tumor marker radioimmunoassay (RIA) used in disease monitoring for
patients with breast cancer
Cadence
Model V-100D Pulse
Cadence
Tiered Therapy Defibrillator System
Cadet
High Voltage Can (HVC): implantable
cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) for the treatment of abnormally rapid heart
rhythms
Cadet
V-115 defibrillator and Cadet LT V-105 defibrillator
CadPlan:
3-dimensional treatment planning system for cancer therapy
Cafcit (caffeine citrate) injection:
used for the short-term treatment of apnea of prematurity (AOP) in infants
between 28 and 33 weeks gestational age.
Cal-Guard
Softgels:
calcium
Camptosar
Injection (irinotecan hydrochloride injection): used in patients with metastatic colorectal cancer
that has recurred or spread following treatment with standard chemotherapy.
Canasa 500-mg mesalamine (5-ASA):
rectal suppositories for the treatment of active ulcerative proctitis.
Cancidas: intravenous drug (the first in a new family of
anti-fungal medicines called echinocandins) that works by attacking fungal cell
walls; used to treat invasive aspergillosis.
Candela
HCS 2000: urethral warming catheter system
CapnoProbe sensor:
disposable probe that provides a measurement of sublingual CO2 for patient
monitoring.
Capset
(calcium sulfate) bone graft barrier: applied following bone graft procedure to keep grafted bone or bone
substitute from migrating and to prevent unwanted tissue formation before the
grafted material has had time to integrate and heal
Captia:
test for syphilis
Carbastat
(carbachol): glaucoma
drug
Carbatrol
(carbamazepine): new
epilepsy drug
carbon
dioxide expirogram:
non-invasive bedside test that measures carbon dioxide levels in exhaled breath
and is used to screen for pulmonary embolism.
carbon
dioxide laser scanner system: laser
system used to treat wrinkles
Carbo-Seal
Ascending Aortic Prosthesis (AAP): valve graft
Cardiac
T Rapid Assay:
bedside assay that helps physicians diagnose myocardial infarction (MI)
cardiac
troponin T: marker
present in the blood which helps to diagnose myocardial infarction and also risk
of MI
CardioBeeper
CB-12L: ECG
cardiac monitor
CardioGrip:
hand-held
cardiovascular exercise device.
Cardioserv
defibrillator
Cardioview:
electrocardiographic (ECG) information management software system for use with
other Micromedical monitoring products
Cardizem (diltiazem HCl for injection)
Monovial: advanced
infusion delivery system for the injectable form of Cardizem; for temporary
maintenance of heart rate control.
Cardizem
Lyo-Ject:
new formulation of diltiazem for the treatment of atrial fibrillation or flutter
carisoprodol:
generic equivalent of Soma, a muscle relaxant drug; 350-mg tablet
Carnitor:
used for the
prevention and treatment of carnitine deficiency in patients with end-stage
renal disease (ESRD) who are undergoing dialysis.
Carpentier-Edwards mitral PERIMOUNT pericardial bioprosthesis:
bovine pericardial tissue heart valve designed specifically for the mitral
position.
Carrington
Patch: for
mouth sores, injuries and ulcers of the oral mucosa
Carrisyn
(acemannan):
antiviral, immunomodulator
Carticel:
used in cartilage repair
CAS-8000V
general angiography positioner: used in interventional and diagnostic radiology, as well as
neuroangiography
Casodex
(bicalutamide): prostate
cancer
catheter-delivered
stent-graft placement: nonsurgical technique that involves insertion of a stent to force open
and maintain the opening of a blocked aorta.
Caverject
(alprostadil): impotence;
injected along the corpus cavernosum
CaverMap
Surgical Aid:
prostate cancer surgery system; guides surgeons in mapping and ultimately
sparing cavernous nerves which are responsible for potency.
CBH-1
(collimated beam handpiece): used
for laser resurfacing, laserbrasion,
the treatment of wrinkles and warts, and scar revision
CDC:
The Centers for Disease Control
CEA-Cide:
orphan drug approved for use in the treatment of small-cell lung cancer.
CEA-Scan:
diagnostic imaging product used to screen for colorectal cancer
Ceegraph
128 System:
electroencephalography system.
CeeOn
(Model 920):
foldable intraocular lens for use in cataract surgery
Cefuroxime (cefuroxime sodium): indicated for the treatment of lower respiratory
tract infections, urinary tract infections, skin and skin structure infections,
septicemia, meningitis, gonorrhea, and bone and joint infections.
Celebrex
(celecoxib):
new drug used for relief of signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis (OA) and adult
rheumatoid arthritis; the recommended therapeutic dose of Celebrex for OA is 200
mg daily administered as a single dose or 100 mg twice daily. For RA, the
recommended therapeutic dose is 100 mg to 200 mg twice daily.
Celexa
(citalopram HBr):
serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) used to treat depression.
Cell
Recovery System (CRS): improves
diagnostic accuracy and detection of cancer on the internal surfaces of organs
CellCept:
immunosuppressant; prevents acute rejection in kidney transplants
Celsior:
used to preserve the heart prior to cardiac transplantation
Cenestin
(synthetic conjugated estrogens) tablets: now available in 1.25 mg dosage strength.
Along with its 0.625 mg and 0.9 mg strengths, this is used to treat
moderate-to-severe vasomotor symptoms associated with menopause.
Cenestin
(synthetic conjugated estrogens, A) tablets: plant-derived synthetic conjugated estrogens
product for the treatment of moderate-to-severe vasomotor symptoms associated
with menopause; available in 0.625
mg and 0.9 mg strengths.
Centauri
Erbium Yttrium Aluminum Garnet (Er:YAG) laser system: used in dentistry for hard tissue procedures, such as
caries removal, cavity preparation, etc.
CEP
12 SpectrumOrange DNA Probe Kit:
in vitro diagnostic for chronic lymphocytic leukemia
CEP
8 SpectrumOrange DNA Probe Kit: in
vitro diagnostic tool used to identify and count abnormal chromosomes of
leukemia patients; utilizes fluorescence
in situ hybridization (FISH) technology
Ceprate
SC System: used
to purify stem cells for bone marrow transplantation
CEQer
PRP Assay
and CEQer RBC Assay: used
to enumerate residual leukocytes in leuko-depleted platelet rich plasma and red
blood cell products.
Ceresine:
orphan drug used to treat patients with severe brain injury.
Cernevit-12:
multivitamins
for infusion.
Cerovite
Jr. and Sr.:
multivitamin
CERSR:
pronounced "cursor" and short for Computerized Electrophysiologic
Reconstruction of Spinal Regions, this is a new, non-invasive diagnostic tool
for examining the condition of muscles.
Certagen
Senior: geriatric
supplement
Certiva:
combined diphtheria, tetanus and acellular pertussis (DTaP) vaccine.
Cerveillance
Scope: a
compact colposcope used to examine the vagina and the cervix.
cervical
nerve pinch syndrome:
commonly called a burner or a stinger; a neurapraxia or axonotmesis of a
cervical nerve root or element of the brachial plexus
Cervidil
(dinoprostone):
vaginal insert used for cervical ripening
cetirizine
(Reactine):
drug for allergic rhinitis and urticaria
Cetrotide (cetrorelix): used to prevent premature LH surges in women
undergoing controlled ovarian stimulation.
Checkmate system: intravascular radiation system used to treat
recurrent blockages in coronary arteries that had previously received coronary
artery stents.
Chick
orthopaedic table
Children's
Silfedrine:
pseudoephedrine HCl
Chilli
Cooled Ablation System:
used to treat patients with ventricular tachycardia.
Chiroflex
Model 32-C11XX: single-piece
silicone posterior chamber IOL
Chloraprep (chlorhexidine gluconate): preoperative skin preparation.
Choice
dm: for
abnormal glucose tolerance
Cholestech
L-D-X System:
measures total cholesterol and glucose levels
Cholestron
Pro: a
hand-held device that screens and monitors total cholesterol levels from one
drop of blood in about three minutes.
ChromaVision
Digital Analyzer:
microscopy system, used to screen blood for certain malignancies and
infectious conditions, such as chronic leukemia
Chromolize
PAI-1 assay kit:
measures the level of plasminogen activator inhibitor-1 (PAI-1) in blood,
which is the key protein regulating clot dissolution
Ciba
Corning ACS CEA Assay: quantitative
measurement of CEA in serum
cimetidine
HCL oral solution:
approved to treat ulcers.
cimetidine
hydrochloride oral solution 300mg/5ml: approved to treat gastric ulcer, GERD, gastrointestinal bleeding, and
pathological hypersecretory conditions; bioequivalent of Tagamet.
CIN
(cervical intraepithelial neoplasia) system: classification system for Paps
CIN
1: mild
dysplasia
CIN
2: moderate
dysplasia
CIN
3: severe
dysplasia
Cipro
(ciprofloxacin) I.V. and Cipro (ciprofloxacin HCl) tablets: approved to treat intra-abdominal infections caused by Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Proteus mirabilis, Klebsiella
pneumoniae, or Bacteroides fragilis; used
in combination with metronidazole
Cipro
(ciprofloxacin) Oral Suspension:
new liquid formulation of Cipro.
CirKuit-Guard
pressure relief valve: cardiovascular
product
C-K
test (creatine kinase): tells
whether a sperm is capable of fertilization
Clarion CII bionic ear system:
used to treat deafness in children and adults.
Clarion
cochlear implant:
consists of surgically-implanted and externally-worn components; bypasses the
damaged parts of the inner ear and stimulates the auditory nerve directly
Claritin
(loratadine) syrup:
"non-drowsy" antihistamine syrup available by prescription for the
treatment of allergy symptoms and idiopathic chronic urticaria in children as
young as 6 years
Claritin
RediTabs: 10
mg loratadine; first non-drowsy allergy product available in a ready-to-take,
rapidly disintegrating tablet
Claritin-D
24 Hour (10 mg loratadine, 240 mg pseudoephedrine sulfate): combination antihistamine/decongestant for
relief of nasal symptoms and congestion
Cleocin
(clindamycin phosphate) Vaginal Ovules: new three-day treatment of bacterial vaginosis.
Cleocin
Vaginal Cream 2% (clindamycin phosphate): three-day treatment for bacterial vaginosis in nonpregnant women.
Climara
(estradiol):
transdermal estrogen patch
Climara 25: estrogen replacement patch.
clindamycin
phosphate topical solution USP 1%: antibiotic for the treatment of acne vulgaris
CLINICEL
product line:
formerly named SKAR KARE; over-the-counter products designed to improve the
appearance and enhance the comfort of scars by applying silicone gel-filled
cushions over the traumatized site.
Clipit
catheter
Cloderm
Cream 0.1% (clocortolone pivalate): mid-potency corticosteroid emollient cream for the treatment of stasis
dermatitis, eczema/atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis and seborrhea.
clomipramine
hydrochloride:
25 mg, 50 mg, and 75-mg capsules; tricyclic antidepressant
clomipramine:
capsule form of Anafranil approved to treat OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder)
CloseSure
procedure kit:
disposable procedure kit for trocar site closure in laparoscopic surgery.
Clot
Buster:
Amplatz thrombectomy device used in patients on dialysis to dissolve blood
clots; once placed at the site of a thrombus, the Clot Buster incorporates a
miniature impeller at its tip which re-circulates and liquefies the clot by
creating a vortex action
CLOtest:
test that
determines urease activity in gastric biopsy samples
C-Max:
multivitamin
CMS
Urethral Warmer system
CO2 TMR Heart Laser 2:
utilizes carbon dioxide transmyocardial revascularization (TMR) that improves
blood flow to the myocardium of the left ventricle of the heart.
CoaguChek:
system for prothrombin time self-testing; allows patients on anticoagulants to
monitor pro-times at home
Coagulation
Factor IX: recombinant
blood clotting therapy for hemophilia B
Cobra
catheter
Co-Hist:
antihistamine/decongestant
Co-Lav:
bowel
cleansing
Colazal (balsalazide disodium):
approved for the treatment of mildly to moderately active ulcerative colitis
Collamer
intraocular lens: IOL used in cataract surgery.
CollectFirst
System: for
intraoperative and postoperative autotransfusion
Colorimetic
Assay: determines
antimicrobial susceptibility of Mycobacterium tuberculosis
ColorMark
Clip: for
breast needle biopsies
Colormate
TLc.BiliTest System:
used to monitor newborn jaundice.
colposcope:
a lighted instrument with lenses used to examine vagina and cervix
CombiPatch
(estradiol/norethindrone acetate): first hormone replacement therapy to deliver a
continuous dose of both estrogen and progestogen transdermally via a single
patch.
Companion
314: nasal
CPAP system to treat patients with obstructive sleep apnea
Composite Cultured Skin (CCS):
used in the treatment of split thickness donor sites in burn patients.
compression-decompression
CPR
Compumedics
P-Series and S-Series: sleep
systems
computer-assisted
semen analyzer (CASA): counts sperm more precisely
Comtan
(entacapone):
a new medication for Parkinson disease.
Concept
ablator:
uses high frequency electrical energy to ablate damaged soft tissue during
arthroscopic surgery.
Conceptus
fallopian tube catheterization system: used in hospitals to diagnose fallopian tube disorders
Concerta (methylphenidate HC1):
once-daily treatment for attention deficit disorder and attention deficit
hyperactivity disorder.
Concise
Compression Hip Screw System:
used to repair of proximal femur fractures
condyloma:
wart-like growth on the genitals
condylomata
acuminata: genital
warts
Condylox
Gel 0.5%: used
to treat external genital and perianal warts
Confide:
OTC HIV testing kit
Conforma 3000: proton beam therapy system for treating cancer
and other diseases.
continuous
double-loop closure (CDLC) technique: new abdominal wound closure technique.
Contour
coronary balloon dilatation catheters.
Contour
High Voltage Can (HVC):
implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD) for the treatment of abnormally
rapid heart rhythms
Contour
II:
implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD).
Contour
LT V-135D implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD): provides
cardioversion and defibrillation shock without antitachycardia pacing; the LT
V-135D as well as the V-145D [below] provide up to 16 minutes of continuous
electrogram storage
Contour
V-145D implantable cardioverter defibrillator: able to deliver antitachycardia pacing (ATP) therapy as well as
low-energy shock and high-energy defibrillation shock
Cook
Chorionic Villus Sampling (CVS) Set: test for prenatal diagnosis of genetic abnormalities during first 10-12
weeks
Cool.click: needle-free device used to deliver Saizen
(somatropin {rDNA origin} for injection) growth hormone.
CoolGlide:
aesthetic laser system for permanent hair reduction.
Copaxone
(copolymer-1):
orphan drug for treatment of relapsing-remitting MS
Copaxone
(glatiramer acetate for injection): drug for treatment of relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis; formerly
known as copolymer-1
Cordarone
IV:
injectable antiarrhythmic
Cordguard
II: device
used by obstetrician to clamp and cut umbilical cord and acquire neonatal blood
sample
Coreg
(carvedilol): hypertensive
drug
Corflo
Hemoperfusion Pump
Corlopam
(fenoldopam) I.V.: used
to manage high blood pressure in the hospital setting
Corlopam
(fenoldopam): recommended
for use as an intravenous therapy for short-term treatment of hypertension when
oral therapy is not possible
Cormax
0.05% Cream (clobetasol propionate cream): topical steroid cream.
Corvert
Injection: for
treatment of atrial fibrillation and atrial flutter
Cosamin
DS:
over-the-counter medication used to relieve joint pain; 500 mg glucosamine and
400 mg chondroitin.
Cosmeti-Suture:
new suture
Cosopt
(dorzolamide hydrochloride-timolol maleate ophthalmic solution):
eye drop that combines a topical carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and topical
beta-blocking agent; indicated for the reduction of elevated intraocular
pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
CoStasis: surgical hemostat used to stop or control active
surgical bleeding in surgical procedures.
Coulter
HIV-1 p24 Antigen Assay: antigen
test to screen blood donors for HIV-1
COX-2
(cyclooxygenase-2) inhibitors:
class of investigational NSAIDs (nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs).
Cozaar
(losartan potassium): hypertension;
angiotensin-II inhibitor
CPAP:
continuous positive airway pressure
CPX:
orphan drug
approved to treat cystic fibrosis
Cragg
Thrombolytic Brush: used in hemodialysis grafts
CRDS
(curdlan sulfate): antiviral
CRIES:
10-point scale used to judge the severity of an infant's postoperative pain
Crinone
4% and 8% (progesterone gel): drug approved to treat secondary amenorrhea
Crinone:
vaginally delivered natural progesterone gel; used as progesterone
supplementation or replacement as part of ART (Assisted Reproductive
Technology) treatment for infertile women with progesterone deficiency
Crixivan (indinavir sulfate): protease inhibitor used to treat HIV
Crolom:
ophthalmic solution; vernal KC
CrossSail: balloon dilation catheter, used in angioplasty.
Cross-Stat:
helps
identify appropriate transplant candidates for the available organ
Cruise
catheter
CRYOcare
surgical system:
minimally invasive device used to treat BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia).
CTLM:
computed
tomography laser mammography
CTport:
radiation therapy simulation system
CTS
Harvester bipolar scissors: used
with CTS MIDCAB system which enables surgeon to perform minimally invasive
beating heart bypass (MIDCAB) surgery
curdlan
sulfate (CRDS): antiviral
Curosurf
(poractant alfa) intratracheal suspension: a porcine lung surfactant used to treat respiratory distress syndrome
in premature infants.
CVProfilor DO-2020:
cardiovascular profiling system.
CycloTech
cyclosporine oral solution dispenser: cyclosporine delivery system for transplant recipients.
cytobroom:
instrument used in obtaining cervical cytologic samples
cytobrush:
instrument used in obtaining cervical cytologic samples
CytoGam
(CMV-IGIV):
approved for prophylaxis against cytomegalovirus (CMV) disease associated with
transplantation of kidney, lung, liver, pancreas and heart.
Cytosol:
irrigating solution