Humidifiers and Heated Wire Breathing Systems: Classification and Grouping in Colombia
This article concludes our series on respiratory therapy-related medical devices, which has examined components such as anesthesia circuits, oxygen masks, and breathing systems. In this final segment, we focus on the regulatory pathway for registering humidifiers and heated wire breathing systems (HWBS) in Colombia, a growing market of interest for global medical device manufacturers. […]
Mechanical Ventilators: Classification and Grouping in Colombia
As part of our series on respiratory therapy devices, this article focuses on a cornerstone of airway management: the mechanical ventilator. Often referred to as respirators, these devices are used when patients cannot maintain adequate breathing independently. In addition to exploring ventilator functionality and classification, we examine the regulatory landscape for introducing mechanical ventilators into […]
Anesthesia Machines: classification and grouping in Colombia
Continuing our series on respiratory and anesthesia-related medical technologies, this article examines the anesthesia machine. Previous entries have addressed devices such as anesthesia masks and circuits, which are integral to maintaining airway control and gas exchange during procedures. In this installment, we shift our attention to the anesthesia machine itself. This guide offers a […]
Breathing Systems: Classification and Grouping in Colombia
This article continues our series on classification of medical devices related to respiratory therapy in Colombia, where we have covered topics like anesthesia circuits and oxygen masks. In this edition, we turn our attention to the regulatory framework for registering breathing systems with INVIMA, What is a Breathing System? Breathing systems are specialized […]
Anesthesia Circuits: Classification and Grouping in Colombia
This article continues our series on anesthesia-related medical devices. Having previously covered anesthesia masks, endotracheal tubes and laryngeal masks, we now turn our attention to the regulatory process for registering anesthesia circuits in Colombia What are Anesthesia Circuits? Anesthesia circuits, also known as anesthesia breathing systems, are essential components in modern surgical and […]
Endotracheal Tubes: Classification and Grouping in Colombia
This article seeks to clarify the classification and grouping criteria for the sanitary registration of Endotracheal Tubes (ETTs) and Laryngeal Mask Airways (LMAs) within the Colombian market. Similar to anesthesia masks, these airway management devices play a vital role during anesthesia administration and in handling respiratory emergencies. ETTs Endotracheal tubes (ETTs) are flexible […]
Anesthesia and Oxygen Delivery Masks: Classification and Grouping in Colombia
Face masks are vital medical devices used extensively in Colombian healthcare settings, from emergency rooms to operating theaters. Their primary role is to deliver precise mixtures of gases such as oxygen, air, or anesthetic agents, tailored to patient needs. Given the wide range of mask types and their specialized functions, understanding how INVIMA classifies […]
InvimÁgil, the most recent on-line registration system in Colombia
What is InvimÁgil and how does it work? As part of the trend of various Ministries of Health of implementing regulatory technological platforms, the Colombia Ministry of Health created InvimÁgil, a fully digital system for registration of different products including medical devices, which enhances paperless initiatives. One key aspect of this system is […]
The Medical Device Market in Colombia 2023
Introduction In recent years, we have covered the Medical Device Market from a Mexican perspective. Now, as Veraque expands its regulatory affairs solutions across various countries, we present our latest report focusing on Colombia with up-to-date information from 2023. In this article we will talk about the importation/exportation value in Colombia compared to […]
Rights Transfer of Sanitary Registration Colombia
Based on the Colombian regulation, a rights transfer is the legal procedure through which the current holder of a sanitary registration transfers its rights (including all the legal responsibilities) before INVIMA to a new holder. This can occur for various reasons, such as the purchase of the company that owns the registration, the transfer of […]
