Covidien
Covidien
Covidien (pronounced: koh-vid-ee-en) is a global healthcare products company and manufacturer of medical devices and supplies. The company was incorporated in 2007 and was acquired by Medtronic in 2015.
Etymology
The name "Covidien" is derived from the Latin words "co" meaning "together" and "videre" meaning "to see". The name signifies the company's commitment to working together with the medical community to improve patient outcomes.
History
Covidien was originally a part of Tyco International, a diversified manufacturing conglomerate. In 2007, Tyco spun off its healthcare division into a standalone company, which was named Covidien. In 2015, Covidien was acquired by Medtronic, a global leader in medical technology, services, and solutions.
Products and Services
Covidien's product portfolio includes surgical solutions, respiratory and monitoring solutions, vascular therapies, and patient care. Some of the notable products manufactured by Covidien include the Puritan Bennett series of ventilators, Nellcor pulse oximeters, and Kangaroo enteral feeding pumps and tubes.
Related Terms
- Medtronic: A global leader in medical technology, services, and solutions. Acquired Covidien in 2015.
- Tyco International: A diversified manufacturing conglomerate. Spun off its healthcare division into a standalone company, Covidien, in 2007.
- Puritan Bennett: A series of ventilators manufactured by Covidien.
- Nellcor: A brand of pulse oximeters manufactured by Covidien.
- Kangaroo: A brand of enteral feeding pumps and tubes manufactured by Covidien.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Covidien
- Wikipedia's article - Covidien
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