According to the WHO, nearly 50% of medical equipment does not function, functions improperly, or does not receive adequate maintenance due to the lack of an effective service policy.
Regular maintenance of medical equipment is a mandatory condition for its use, because only in this case can its operation be guaranteed to be safe for both the patient and the clinician. In addition, medical equipment will be used as efficiently as possible and for a longer period of time.
Up to 80% of medical equipment failures can be prevented through proper operation and timely maintenance. The primary purpose of maintenance is to keep the equipment in working condition, prevent operating parameters from exceeding acceptable limits, and avoid breakdowns. Malfunctions detected during maintenance can often be resolved without replacing the faulty module, or the healthcare facility can be notified about the need for upcoming repairs, helping to avoid equipment downtime. Meanwhile, the repair duration for certain devices—such as diagnostic imaging equipment—can take 5–6 months!
Therefore, regular maintenance significantly reduces the likelihood of equipment failure, minimizes downtime, and extends the service life of the equipment.
