Medical equipment is a collective term for medical and auxiliary devices used to monitor health, support vital functions, and care for a person at home or in a medical facility. Such equipment is designed to improve quality of life, prevent complications, monitor vital signs, and provide respiratory support.
It is used in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, and home care settings. It helps to detect and respond to changes in health condition in a timely manner. The category includes various types of medical devices that differ in form and method of use.