ASTM F1218

This specification covers the definitions, and critical dimensional and design requirements for rigid bronchoscopes and certain bronchoscopic accessories, such as those endoscopic accessories through which rigid bronchoscopes are used, those accessories which are passed through rigid bronchoscopes in use, and those associated accessories which are inserted into the body in the practice of medicine. Product marking, labeling, and packaging are also discussed.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers definitions and requirements for rigid bronchoscopes and certain bronchoscopic accessories used in the practice of medicine.

Index Terms

Bronchoscopes; Endoscope; French (Charriere) size (FR); Optical endoscope; Rigid bronchoscopes; bronchoscopes (rigid) and accessories, spec; ICS Number Code 11.040.10 (Anaesthetic, respiratory and reanimation equipment)

Citing ASTM Standards

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