Introduction – Gastroenterology as Medical Device India 

This article deals with the latest rules of Gastroenterology as Medical Device India – Non Notified Medical Device Registration. Indian healthcare regulators at the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) have issued substantial new risk based classification lists for Gastroenterology as Medical Device in India. All Gastroenterology Products now need to be registered in order to comply with the latest Medical Device Rules in India ( i.e 30th September, 2021). Below is a table which helps manufacturers classify their products and apply with the Indian Health Ministry Accordingly. The total number of Devices classified are 153.

Table: Gastroenterology as Medical Device India

Sr No.Medical Device Name          Intended Use  Risk Class
1Absorbent enteric stomal dressingTo be placed over a continent enteric stoma (surgically-created artificial opening between the intestines and the body surface through which bodily waste is drained from the intestines) to protect it from harmful external influences, which includes absorbent materials intended to protect the surrounding skin from enteric fluids.B
2Anal fistula circular cutterTo be intended for the circumferential resection of tissue to treat simple anal fistulaB
3Anal fistula setonA sterile implantable cord intended to be placed through an anal fistula tract and tied outside the fistula, forming a loop around the anus, to allow drainage through the fistula for tissue healing.C
4Anoscope, reusableAn endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the anus and rectum.B
5Anoscope, single-useA sterile endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the anus and rectum.B
6Barium enema catheterA flexible tube designed to administer barium, a contrast medium, into the lower gastrointestinal tract by way of the rectum, for radiographic visualization of the area.B
7Bile duct prosthesisAn implantable artificial substitute for the tube-like structure that carries bile from the gallbladder to the duodenum.C
8Biliary manometric catheterA sterile, non-electrical flexible tube intended to be inserted into the biliary tree to measure pressures within the ducts, especially to evaluate sphincter of Oddi function.B
9Catheter-balloon inflator, reprocessedA sterile device designed to manually inflate and regulate the pressure of a balloon catheter (e.g., by injecting and aspirating fluid or air within the balloon), and to deflate the balloon during a medical procedure.It is typically used during angiography,angioplasty, gastrointestinal (GI), or sinuplasty procedures.B
10Catheter-balloon inflator, reusableA device designed to manually inflate and regulate the pressure of a balloon catheter (e.g., by injecting and aspirating fluid or air within the balloon), and to deflate the balloon during a medical procedure.B
11Catheter-balloon inflator, single-useA sterile device designed to manually inflate and regulate the pressure of a balloon catheter (e.g., by injecting and aspirating fluid or air within the balloon), and to deflate the balloon during a medical procedure.B
12Cholangiopancreatography catheter, reusableA flexible tube inserted through a flexible endoscope, after its placement in the duodenum via the oral cavity, for the endoscopic cannulation of the gastrointestinal ductal system (i.e., the pancreatic, hepatic, and/or common bile ducts) during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).B
13Cholangiopancreatography catheter, single-useA flexible tube inserted through a flexible endoscope, after its placement in the duodenum via the oral cavity, intended for the endoscopic cannulation of the gastrointestinal ductal system (i.e., the pancreatic, hepatic, and/or common bile ducts) during endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP).B
14Closed-ended intestinal ostomy bag, multiple-pieceA non-sterile plastic pouch designed to be attached around a faecal stoma for use as a receptacle for faeces following a colostomy [the stool (faeces) being generally well formed].A
15Closed-ended intestinal ostomy bag, one-pieceA non-sterile plastic pouch designed to be attached with an adhesive to the skin around a faecal stoma and used as a receptacle for faeces following acolostomy [the stool (faeces) being generally well formed].A
16Colonic endoscopy cuffA sterile distal attachment to a flexible endoscope intended to improve endoscopic control and bowel visualization during colonic endoscopy.B
17Colonic lavage kit, surgicalA collection of sterile devices intended to be used during open colorectal surgery (bowel resection) to irrigate the colon above (proximal to) the site of a lesion/blockage, prior to surgical anastomosis, when preoperative preparation of the colon has not been possible, normally due to obstruction.B
18Colonic mucosa barrier dressingA non-sterile solution/suspension intended to be introduced into the sigmoid/descending colon as an enema for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (e.g., ulcerative colitis). It is intended to create an adhesive physical barrier on the colonicmucosa to protect the mucosa from potentially harmful substances in the distal colon lumenC
19Colonoscope positioning sleeveA non-sterile endoscopic sheath with two inflatable balloons designed to be mounted on a colonoscope to position and stabilize the endoscope within the large intestine of a patient.B
20Colonoscope stiffenerA dedicated stiff wire that is inserted into a flexible colonoscope to allow the physician to increase the stiffness of the colonoscope when extra rigidity is required during a colonoscopy.B
21Colorectal sizerA hand-held manual surgical instrument designed to assess colon and/or rectal lumen diameter to aid the selection of an appropriate size intraluminal stapler (i. e, the stapler head) for bowel anastomosis following transection.B
22Common bile duct dilatorA hand-held manual surgical instrument designed to dilate the common bile duct, i.e., the union of the cystic and hepatic ducts.B
23Duodenal bypass linerA non-sterile stent-like device with a valve designed to be implanted in the duodenum where it is intended to reduce duodenal nutrient absorption from food to facilitate obese patient weight loss.C
24Duodenal-jejunal bypass linerA sterile stent-like implant designed to function as an impermeable barrier in the duodenum and part of the jejunum for partially-digested food from the stomach (chyme) passing on its inside and bile/digestive enzymes passing on its outside, intended to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and obesity.C
25Endoscope tissue removal capA sterile plastic tube designed to be placed onto the distal end of an endoscope (e.g., oesophagoscope) to facilitate the removal of coagulated blood/tissue during electrosurgical treatment (e.g., for the treatment of Barrett’s oesophagus).B
26Endoscopic biopsy valve, non-sterileA non-sterile device intended to be fitted to an endoscope biopsy port to enable access for/exchange of endoscopic devices while maintaining insufflation and minimizing leakage of biomaterial during an endoscopic procedure.A
27Endoscopic biopsy valve, sterileA sterile device intended to be fitted to an endoscope biopsy port to enable access for/exchange of endoscopic devices while maintaining insufflation and minimizing leakage of biomaterial during an endoscopic procedure.B
28Endoscopic cutting stapler connectorA rod-like component of an endoscopic cutting stapler intended to enable connection between the stapler handpiece and the endpiece/loading unit.B
29Endoscopic electrosurgical biopsy/resection kit, full- thicknessA collection of sterile devices, which includes an implantable haemostatic ligation clip, intended to be used to obtain a full-thickness tissue biopsy and/or therapeutic resection of gastric, duodenal, colonic, and/or rectal tissue during an endoscopic procedure.C
30Endoscopic electrosurgical biopsy/resection kit, partial-thicknessA collection of devices designed to be inserted through a compatible endoscope to obtain a mucosal tissue biopsy and/or therapeutic resection of upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract tissue, typically during endoscopic                 retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP) procedures.C
31Endoscopic electrosurgical electrode/submucosal lift needleA sterile, invasive, endoscopic device intended to deliver both: 1) a submucosal lifting solution; and 2) an electrosurgical current in a monopolar configuration (i.e., with a return electrode) to tissues for cutting/coagulation.B
32Endoscopic gastrointestinal stenosis dilatorA sterile invasive device intended to be used to dilate or expand a narrowing lesion (e.g., oesophageal stricture, stenosis) in the lumen of the gastrointestinal [GI] tract, under endoscopic visualization.B
33Endoscopic motorized cutting stapler, reusableA hand-held, battery-powered surgical instrument designed to be used during endoscopic surgical procedures for the expeditious transection and resection of tissues and the creation of anastomoses.B
34Endoscopic motorized cutting stapler, single-useA sterile, hand-held, battery-powered surgical instrument designed to be used during endoscopic surgical procedures for the expeditious transection and resection of tissues and the creation of anastomoses.B
35Endoscopic needleless submucosal lift catheterA sterile, flexible tube intended to non-invasively deliver a submucosal lifting solution into the submucosa of the gastrointestinal tract through a flexible endoscope during an endoscopic procedure (e.g., gastroscopy, colonoscopy) to lift a lesion, typically for subsequent excision.B
36Endoscopic overtube, reusableA tubular device intended to be used in combination with a compatible flexible endoscope to aid in endoscopic insertions and to secure a pathway for multiple endoscopic intubations during diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures (e.g., upper and/or lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract endoscopy).B
37Endoscopic spray catheterA sterile, flexible tube intended to be used with an endoscope (e.g., colonoscope) to administer fluids (e.g., dyes for mucosal coloration) in spray form.B
38Enema tip, reusableA non-sterile device made with Hevea natural rubber latex (NRL) intended to be connected to an enema tube to facilitate delivery of an enema solution into the rectum.A
39Enema tubeA non-sterile, length of tubing that is used as a conduit between the enema bag and the enema tip for the delivery of the enema solution into the rectum.A
40Enteral feeding tube clearing kitA collection of non-sterile compounds and devices intended to be used to prevent and/or remove, through biochemical action, an enteral formula clog in an in situ enteral feeding tube to maintain luminal patency.B
41Enteral feeding/decompression tube clearing stemA non-sterile, sheath-covered device intended to be used to mechanically clear a clog in an in situ nasogastric, nasoenteral, gastrostomy and/orjejunostomy tube, used for feeding and/or decompression, to maintain luminal patency.A
42Enteral tube extension, non-sterileA non-sterile, thin, flexible tube intended for extracorporeal connection to an enteral feeding tube (e.g., nasogastric tube) to increase the length of tubing from the patient to an oral/enteral device (e.g., syringe) during enteral feeding/medication administration or aspiration.B
43Enteral tube extension, sterileA sterile, thin, flexible tube intended for extracorporeal connection to an enteral feeding tube (e.g., nasogastric tube) to increase the length of tubing from the patient to an oral/enteral device (e.g., syringe) during enteral feeding/medication administration or aspiration.B
44Externally-propelled flexible video colonoscopeA non-sterile endoscope with a highly flexible sleeve and distal tip intended for the visual examination of the entire adult colon [lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract].B
45Fistula-repair biomatrix implantA sterile, bioabsorbable, animal-derived substance intended to be injected into a fistula tract (e.g., anal or rectal fistula) to close it by adding volume and promoting the ingrowth and neovascularization of host tissue.  D
46Flexible fibreoptic choledochoscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the choledoc, better known as the common bile duct (CBD).B
47Flexible fibreoptic colonoscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the entire colon [lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract].B
48Flexible fibreoptic duodenoscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine).B
49Flexible fibreoptic enteroscopeAn endoscope with a flexible   inserted     portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the small intestine (the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum).B
50Flexible fibreoptic gastroduodenoscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract [oesophagus, stomach, and duodenum (the first part of the small intestine), including the pancreas and the bile duct].B
51Flexible fibreoptic gastroscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the oesophagus and the stomach.B
52Flexible fibreoptic oesophagoscopeAn   endoscope   with   a flexible   inserted     portion intended the visual examination and treatment of the oesophagus.B
53Flexible fibreoptic pancreatoscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted   portion intended for the visual examination and treatment in the pancreas.B
54Flexible fibreoptic sigmoidoscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the sigmoid colon (the distal S-shaped part of the large intestine leading to the rectum).B
55Flexible ultrasound colonoscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the entire colon [lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract]. B
56Flexible ultrasound duodenoscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion, combined with an ultrasound probe, intended for thevisual examination and treatment of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine).B
57Flexible ultrasound gastroduodenoscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion, combined with an ultrasound probe, intended for the visual examination and treatment of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract [oesophagus, stomach, and duodenum (the first part of the small intestine), including the pancreas and the bile duct].B
58Flexible video choledochoscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the choledoc, better known as the common bile duct (CBD).B
59Flexible video choledochoscope, single- useAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the biliary tract and related ducts [e.g., common bile duct (CBD), cystic duct, pancreatic duct], and for the removal of gallstones.B
60Flexible video colonoscope, reusableAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the entire colon [lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract].B
61Flexible video colonoscope, single-useA sterile endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the entire colon [lower gastrointestinal (GI) tract].B
62Flexible video duodenoscope, reusableAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine).B
63Flexible video duodenoscope, single-useAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the duodenum (the first part of the small intestine).B
64Flexible video enteroscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the small intestine (the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum).B
65Flexible video gastroduodenoscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the upper gastrointestinal (GI) tract [oesophagus, stomach, and duodenum (the first part of the small intestine), including the pancreas and the bile duct].B
66Flexible video gastroscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the oesophagus and the stomach.B
67Flexible video oesophagoscope, reusableAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the oesophagus. It is inserted into the body through the mouth. Anatomical images are obtained via a camera incorporated at the distal end of the oesophagoscope and are shown on a monitor. This device is commonly used to examine abnormalities in the tissue structure and mucous lining of the oesophagus. This is a reusable device.B
68Flexible video oesophagoscope, single- useAn endoscope with a flexible inserted   portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the oesophagus.B
69Flexible video pancreatoscopeAn   endoscope   with a flexible inserted   portion intended for the visual examination and treatment in the pancreas.B
70Flexible video sigmoidoscopeAn endoscope with a flexible inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the sigmoid colon (the distal S-shaped part of the large intestine leading to the rectum).B
71Gastric sleeveA sterile implantable device intended to be wrapped around the proximal portion of the stomach to reduce stomach volume and facilitate weight loss in overweight/obese patients by attempting to restrict the quantity of food consumed through an increased sense of satiety (fullness).C
72Gastric tonometry cathetersterile flexible tube intended for orogastric, nasogastric, or rectal insertion to sample carbon dioxide (CO2) from the mucosal vasculature of the stomach or sigmoid colon for the measurement of partial pressure (i.e., tonometry) of CO2 (pCO2) during diagnosis of mensenteric ischemia.B
73Gastrointestinal anastomosis coupler, bioabsorbableAn implantable device intended to be used to join and transect excess tissue of gastrointestinal structures through the coupling of two ring-shaped components that are inserted into the ends of the segments to be attached.D
74Gastrointestinal anastomosis coupler, non- bioabsorbableAn implantable device intended to be used to join and transect excess tissue of gastrointestinal structures through the coupling of two ring-shaped components that are inserted into the ends of the segments to be attached.C
75Gastrointestinal catheter/endoscope tracking systemA multicomponent assembly of mains electricity (AC-powered) devices designed for real-time visualization/navigation of a catheter and/or endoscope during insertion in the gastrointestinal tract, by detecting its position/movement within an electromagnetic (EM) field and displaying three- dimensional (3-D) virtual images on a monitoring screen.B
76Gastrointestinal endoscopic clip applierA device intended to be used in combination with a compatible flexible endoscope for the application of a gastrointestinal endoscopic clip(s) [not included] to the mucosal lining of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract for endoscopic marking, haemostasis, tissue approximation, closure of luminal perforations, and/or for treating mucosal/submucosal defects during an endoscopic procedure.B
77Gastrointestinal endoscopic clip cutterA sterile device intended to be used in combination with a generator to remove a gastrointestinal endoscopic clip.C
78Gastrointestinal endoscopic clip cutter generatorA portable, mains electricity (AC-powered) device intended to be used in conjunction with a cutter for the endoscopic removal of a gastrointestinal endoscopic clip.C
79Gastrointestinal endoscopic clip, long-termA sterile clip intended to be implanted long-term (>30 days) within the gastrointestinal (GI) tract during an endoscopic procedure for endoscopic marking, haemostasis, tissue approximation, closure of luminal perforations, and/or for treating mucosal/submucosal defects.C
80Gastrointestinal endoscopic clip, short-termA sterile clip intended to be placed short-term (<=30 days) within the gastrointestinal (GI) tract during an endoscopic procedure for endoscopic marking, haemostasis, tissue approximation, closure of luminal perforations, and/or for treating mucosal/submucosal defects.B
81Gastrointestinal manometric catheter, electronicA non-sterile flexible tube with electronic sensors at the distal end intended to be inserted through the nose or rectum into the gastrointestinal (GI) tract to evaluate peristaltic motility anywhere in the GI tract (pharynx, oesophagus, stomach, duodenum, small bowel, colon, and anorectal area) by measuring pressure; it may additionally be intended to measure pH and electrical impedance and contain a lumen.B
82Gastrointestinal manometric catheter, non- electronicA non-sterile, non-electrical flexible tube intended to be inserted through the nose or rectum into the gastrointestinal (GI) tract for measuring pressure to assess peristaltic motility in the GI tract (e.g., oesophagus, stomach) or rectal musculature and anal sphincter functions, typically in the evaluation of GI disorders [e.g., gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), faecal incontinence].B
83Gastrointestinal ostomy tube pocketA non-sterile, noninvasive pouch designed to be wrapped around the protruding end of a gastrointestinal ostomy tube (e.g., gastrostomy or jejunostomy tube) to hold and support it in order to ensure its stabilization on the patient.A
84Gastrojejunostomy tubeA sterile, thin, flexible, hollow cylinder percutaneously inserted into the stomach, typically through puncture of the abdominal wall and stomach after distention of the stomach by endoscopic methods, with an extended portion inserted through the pylorus into the jejunum. It is used to feed a patient who has a physical disability that prevents oral feeding (e.g., a birth defect of the mouth, oesophagus, or stomach, or a neuromuscular condition that affects chewing and swallowing), and to provide drainage/decompression for the stomach when it is necessary to bypass a longstandingobstruction of the stomach outlet into the small intestine.C
85Gastro-oesophageal antireflux prosthesisAn implantable device introduced into the gastro- oesophageal sphincter to reduce a sliding hiatal hernia, preventing the reflux of gastric contents into the oesophagus.C
86Gastro-oesophageal pH/impedance catheter, non-sterileA non-sterile flexible tube with electronic sensors at its distal end intended to be inserted through the nose into the oesophagus and stomach to measure pH and/or electrical impedance, typically for the evaluation of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease(GERD), gastric ulcers, or other gastrointestinal conditions.B
87Gastro-oesophageal pH/impedance catheter, sterileA sterile flexible tube with an with an electrical conductor at its distal end intended to be inserted through the nose into the oesophagus and stomach to measure pH and/or electrical impedance, typically for the evaluation of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastric ulcers, or other gastrointestinal conditions.B
88Gastrostomy aspiration system gravity setA collection of non-sterile devices designed as the external portion of a gastrostomy aspiration system intended to be used post-surgery by the patient after implantation of the stomach tube for the removal of a portion of stomach contents after meals, by aspiration, to achieve portion control and subsequently weight loss in a morbidly obese (bariatric) patient (≥ 18 years).C
89Gastrostomy aspiration system stomach tubeA sterile, thin, flexible, hollow cylinder intended to be percutaneously implanted by endoscopic methods into the stomach of a morbidly obese (bariatric) patient (≥ 18 years) for the removal of a portion of stomach contents after meals by aspiration when used with a dedicated gravity kit that is the external portion of a gastrostomy aspiration system.C
90Gastrostomy buttonA sterile, short, tube that is inserted into the stomach percutaneously to permit long-term enteral feeding.C
91Gastrostomy T fastenerA device intended to be inserted into the stomach percutaneously to appose the anterior gastric wall to the anterior abdominal wall, typically to facilitate the insertion of a percutaneous gastrostomy tube or for procedures requiring stabilization/fixation of hollow gastrointestinal (GI) structures.C
92Gastrostomy tube Y-piece connectorA sterile connecting device shaped in the form of a “Y” intended for connection to the proximal end of a gastrostomy tube to enable administration of nutrient liquids and/or medication through the gastrostomy tube.B
93Gastro-urological directorA slender, rod-like surgical instrument made of metal, typically with groove running along the centre of it distal shaft and/or continuing with an elongated malleable wire loop, that is used to guide other devices or instruments into a selected intracorporeal location during a gastroenterological/urological (GU) procedure.B
94Gastro-urological probeA slender, rod-like, hand-held manual surgical instrument, typically made of flexible metal with a blunt bulbous tip, designed for exploring gastroenterological/urological (GU) structures during a GU procedure.B
95Gastro-urological scoopA heavy, hand-held, manual surgical instrument with a spoon-like, sharp-edged distal end on a long thin shaft that is used to access and scrape tissue from the common hepatic/bile duct system during a gastroenterological/urological (GU) procedure.B
96Gravity enema setA collection of devices intended to be used to deliver an injection of fluid (e.g., saline solution) into the rectum to facilitate evacuation of the large intestine.A
97Implantable gastric clampA sterile implantable device designed to isolate the lesser curvature segment of the stomach (magenstrasse) to reduce stomach volume and facilitate weight loss in overweight/obese patientsthrough a reduction in food consumption based on an increased sense of satiety (fullness).C
98Implantable incontinence- control electrical stimulation systemAn assembly of battery-powered devices intended to treat chronic disorders of the pelvis and lower urinary or intestinal tract, typically related to urinary and/or faecal incontinence, through the applicationof electrical stimuli to the muscles and/or neural tissue of the pelvic floor/bladder.C
99Implantable peritoneal catheter holderA small, sterile, implantable device designed to secure a peritoneal or lumboperitoneal catheter in situ by suturing it to the abdominal fascia at the point of entry/exit.C
100Intestinal ostomy bag anti- adhesion deviceA non-sterile, noninvasive device intended to be applied to the inner surface of an intestinal ostomy bag to prevent opposing inner walls of the bag from sticking together (anti-pancaking).A
101Intestinal ostomy kitA collection of non-sterile devices intended to be used for attachment/replacement of an intestinal ostomy bag (for collecting intestinal output such as faeces following a colostomy or ileostomy procedure).A
102Intestinal splintA sterile rigid or flexible device intended to be implanted within the abdomen to stabilize a portion of the intestine, or to stabilize and protect an injured portion of the intestine.C
103Intestinal stoma shield/support belt, reusableA non-sterile plate, typically with a waist belt for attachment, intended to be placed over an enteric stoma (surgically-created artificial opening between the intestines and the body surface through which bodily waste is drained) to protect it from harmful external influences (e.g., knocks, friction), to reduce the risk of stomal herniation, or to help maintain adhesion of the base plate to the skin.A
104Intestinal stoma shield/support belt, single- useA non-sterile plate, typically with a waist belt for attachment, intended to be placed over an enteric stoma (surgically-created artificial opening between the intestines and the body surface through which bodily waste is drained) to protect it from harmful external influences (e.g., knocks, friction), to reduce the risk of stomal herniation, or to help maintain adhesion of the base plate to the skin.A
105Intraluminal oesophageal retractorA sterile, hand-held manual surgical instrument intended to be inserted through an orogastric (or nasogastric) tube to mechanically divert the oesophagus away from the site of surgery during electrical treatments of the heart (e.g., cardiac ablation), to facilitate surgical site access and to help prevent injury to the oesophagus.B
106Invasive silicone sheet dressingA sterile, flat stretch of silicone elastomer intended for use as a short-term intra-abdominal dressing following abdominal surgery, when a re-exploration of the wound/abdomen is planned within a thirty day period. It is used to achieve temporary abdominal closure to avoid the complications of an open abdomen.B
107Laparoscopic cholangiography catheter/needleA sterile, flexible, single-lumen tube with a distal needle intended to puncture the neck of the gallbladder (Hartmann’s pouch) during laparoscopic cholangiography to allow injection of contrast media.B
108Laparoscopic grasping forceps, Non sterileA sterile, rigid surgical instrument designed to be introduced            through  a laparoscope primarily      forGrasping and manipulating tissues during a laparoscopic surgical procedure.A
109Laparoscopic grasping forceps, sterileA rigid surgical instrument designed to be introduced through a laparoscope primarily for grasping and manipulating tissues during a laparoscopic surgicalprocedure.B
110Laparoscopic swab forcepsAn instrument designed to grasp a pledget swab at the distal end to obtain cytological specimens and/or to perform blunt dissection during gynaecologic and/or other (e.g., cholecystectomy) laparoscopic procedures.B
111Manual enema deviceA non-sterile device intended to be used to manually administer fluid (e.g., saline solution) into the rectum to facilitate evacuation of the large intestine through expansion of the lower intestinal tract and physical stimulation of peristalsis.B
112Manual enema device, reusableA device intended to be used to manually administer fluid (e.g., saline solution) into the rectum to facilitate evacuation of the large intestine through expansion of the lower intestinal tract and physical stimulation of peristalsis.B
113Manual rectal irrigation systemA portable assembly of manually-operated devices designed to be used by or on a patient to irrigate the rectum with water, typically to provoke the defecation reflex for the evacuation of the bowels to treat/prevent constipation and reduce the risk of faecal incontinence.B
114Motorized laparoscopic forcepsA mains electricity (AC-powered) motorized surgical instrument designed for grasping, mobilizing, and suturing tissues/vessels under direct or endoscopic visualization during a surgical procedure.B
115Nasoenteral tubeA sterile, thin, flexible, hollow cylinder designed to access the small intestines (duodenum or jejunum) through the nose and nasopharynx for examination (e.g., of intestinal contents), treatment (e.g., decompression, short-term feeding), or other purposes.B
116Nasogastric tube holder, intranasalA non-sterile, non-surgically invasive device intended to be used to secure a nasogastric tube to the nose of a patient to prevent displacement or removal of the tube.B
117Nasogastric tube holder, noninvasive, non-sterileA small, non-sterile, noninvasive device intended to be used to secure a nasogastric tube to prevent displacement or removal of the tube from the patient.A
118Nasogastric tube holder, noninvasive, sterileA small, sterile, noninvasive device intended to be used to secure a nasogastric tube to prevent displacement or removal of the tube from the patient.A
119Non-vascular catheter introduction setA collection of sterile, invasive devices intended to enable percutaneous Seldinger-type introduction of a non-vascular catheter (e.g., drainage catheter) into a body cavity or lumen (e.g., biliary tract, ureter).B
120Oesophageal temperature monitorAn electronic device used to monitor the temperature of the oesophagus during surgical ablation of the wall of the left atrium. It typically measures the oesophageal temperature at several adjacent levels, and displays these temperature values simultaneously to help the surgeon avoid the application of heat high enough to form atrial-oesophageal fistulas.B
121Paediatric-temperature nasogastric/orogastric tubeA sterile, thin, flexible, hollow cylinder designed as a paediatric or neonatal enteral feeding tube with an integrated temperature sensor that continuously measures oesophageal temperature.C
122Partially-implantable abdominal port/catheterA sterile partially-implantable device intended to provide access to the peritoneal cavity for infusion (e.g., insulin, chemotherapeutic agents).C
123Percutaneous biliary biopsy procedure kitA collection of sterile devices intended to be used to obtain a tissue specimen from within the biliary duct system for histological analysis by a percutaneousendoscopic approach, typically under fluoroscopic visualization.B
124Pharyngeal electrical stimulation catheterA sterile, flexible tubular device intended to deliver pharyngeal electrical stimulation for the treatment of neurogenic dysphagia.C
125Powered rectal/colostomy irrigation systemA portable assembly of battery-powered devices intended to be used by, or on a patient, for the controlled introduction of a non-medicated solution (typically water) into the rectum to treat faecal incontinence or constipation (rectal irrigation), and/or for colostomy site irrigation.B
126Probiotic oropharyngeal mucosa dressingA non-sterile substance intended to be applied to the mucosa of the mouth and/or pharynx to facilitate saprophytic microflora colonization within the oral cavity/pharynx, typically following antibiotic therapy, bacterial infection, or injury. It includes probiotic bacteria (e.g.,Streptococcus salivarius, Streptococcus oralis) and compounds that create a barrier to facilitate growth of the probiotic bacteria.C
127Proctoscope, reusableAn endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the rectum and anus.B
128Proctoscope, single-useA sterile endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the rectum and anus.B
129Rectal speculumA hand-held manual surgical instrument intended to be used to expand or stretch the rectal orifice/canal after it is inserted and opened.B
130Rectal suction biopsy systemAn assembly of disposable and reusable devices designed to obtain a submucosal tissue specimen from the rectum using suction [rectal suction biopsy (RSB)], typically for histopathological analysis [e.g., to help diagnose Hirschsprung’s disease (HD)].B
131Rectal/colonic lavage support kitA collection of non-sterile, noninvasive devices intended to be used in conjunction with a rectal and/or colonic irrigation system to support the introduction of an irrigation solution into the rectum/colon.A
132Rectoscope, reusableAn endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the rectum and anus.B
133Rectoscope, single-useA sterile endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the rectum and anus.B
134Rectoscope/proctoscope handleA manual device intended to be used as a handle to hold a rectoscope or proctoscope during an examination procedure.A
135Rectosocope/proctoscope handle end-capA small cap intended to be fitted to the proximal end of the handle of a rectoscope or proctoscope during an examination procedure to provide an airtight seal so that air can be pumped through the scope to inflate the bowel.A
136Rigid oesophagoscopeAn endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the oesophagus.B
137Rigid sigmoidoscopeAn endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for the visual examination and treatment of the sigmoid colon (the distal S-shaped part of the large intestine leading to the rectum).B
138Robotic electrosurgical instrument, bipolar, single- useA sterile electrosurgical device intended to be connected directly to the arm of a robotic surgical system to deliver electrosurgical current in a bipolar configuration (i.e., without a return electrode) from a generator directly to tissues for cutting/coagulation/ablation during robotic endoscopic (e.g., laparoscopic, arthroscopic) surgery.C
139Robotic surgical retractorA surgical device intended to be used in conjunction with a robotic surgical system to enable retraction of tissues during a robotic endoscopic procedure.B
140Self-propelled flexible video colonoscopeA sterile endoscope with a highly-flexible, self- propelled, inserted portion intended for the visual examination of the entire colon.B
141Spring-loaded pneumoperitoneum needle, reusableA slender, sharply-pointed metal tube designed to introduce or remove gas from the peritoneal cavity as a therapeutic or surgical/radiological procedural method. It is often inserted into the peritoneal cavity for the purpose of insufflation [e.g., with carbon dioxide (CO2)] to establish pneumoperitoneum prior to abdominal endoscopy.B
142Spring-loaded pneumoperitoneum needle, single-useA slender, sharply-pointed metal tube designed to introduce or remove gas from the peritoneal cavity as a therapeutic or surgical/radiological procedural method. It is often inserted into the peritoneal cavity for the purpose of insufflation [e.g., with carbon dioxide (CO2)] to establish pneumoperitoneum prior to abdominal endoscopy.B
143Static magnetic anal plugA non-sterile magnetic device designed to be inserted into the rectum by the user and retained there for a specified period of time (e.g., 1 to 2 hours per day for 10 to 20 days) to help reduce anal haemorrhoids with magnetism.B
144Stoma drainage catheterA sterile flexible tube that is inserted into a stoma (an artificial opening in the body, especially in the abdominal wall, made during a surgical procedure) to drain bodily waste from an internal stoma container; normally directly into the toilet.B
145Stoma support implantA sterile, non-bioabsorbable device intended to be implanted into the abdominal wall during a gastro- urological ostomy procedure to reduce the risk of parastomal hernia by supporting the abdominal wall surrounding the stoma.C
146TEM/TEO rectoscope, opticalAn endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for surgical treatment of the lower part of the bowel during transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEM) or transanal endoscopic operations (TEO).B
147TEM/TEO rectoscope, videoAn endoscope with a rigid inserted portion intended for surgical treatment of the lower part of the bowel during transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TEM) or transanal endoscopic operations (TEO).B
148Thermal-regulation orogastric tubeA non-sterile, multi-lumen, multi-purpose tube intended for oral introduction into the gastrointestinal (GI) tract for both: 1) enteral feeding/gastric decompression; and 2) thermal regulation of the whole body via thermal transfer across the oesophagus (to lower and alternatively elevate core body temperature).C
149Transenteric drainage tubeA sterile non-bioabsorbable tube intended to be endoscopically implanted transmurally between the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and a pancreatic pseudocyst or the biliary tract for drainage.C
150Video capsule endoscopy systemAn assembly of electronic devices designed for the internal visualization and examination of sections of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract using a non-digestible video capsule after it has been swallowed by a patient.B
151Video capsule endoscopy system application softwareAn individual software application program or group of programs, routines or algorithms that add specific computer assisted display, processing and analysis capabilities to a video capsule endoscopy system.B
152Video capsule endoscopy system capsuleA non-sterile, battery-powered, electronic component device of a video capsule endoscopy system designed to be swallowed by a patient for the internal visualization and examination of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract.B
153Pancreatic stentPancreatic duct stents are often placed in patients who have chronic pancreatitis.C

Conclusion:

The above article is taken from S.O 648(E) & G.S.R 102(E) which mentions that all Medical Devices will be regulated in a phase manner. The CDSCO has classified the MDR in India as Appendix A based on the Intended Use, Risks Associated and Other Parameters Specified with the device. The above table has the general intended use against each device, however if any specific intended use for a particular device, it has to be mentioned by the manufacturer. The list is dynamic and is subject to changes. To obtain MDR in India, contact Morulaa. We at Morulaa will help you understand the latest rules for Gastroenterology as a Medical Device India. We are a turnkey solution provider with an in-house Medical Device Consultancy team to conduct registrations of Medical Devices in India. In order to comply with the deadline 30th September of Gastroenterology Products as a Medical Device in India contact us at admin@morulaa.com. You can also subscribe to our website to learn about the Latest Rules and Medical Regulations.