The ECM-598 was designed as a versatile emergency medical kit and brought to life by the Chiewab Amalgamated Pharmaceuticals Company. It was a frequently utilized backpack, especially among Medics.
This backpack held a diverse selection of medical tools and pharmaceuticals, notably:
- A medicine dispenser stocked with a range of medications like anesthetics, anti-venom, anti-radiation treatments, and blood pressure regulators.
- A diagnostic scanner utilized to identify vital signs and suggest appropriate treatments.
- An emergency procedure database, which included tutorials tailored for individuals without medical training.
- A laser scalpel, universal plasma fluid sacks, pressurized sterilization bandages, and a heat-insulating blanket were included.
- Also included were a filtration mask, pressurized cuffs, and a portable repulsor-stretcher capable of supporting up to 150 kilograms.