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The EU’s in vitro diagnostic medical device regulation (IVDR) affects many medical laboratories, although the regulation does not define or use the term “medical laboratory.” Which laboratories are affected? What other laws do the laboratories have to comply with? And how should they ensure compliance with all these requirements? This article provides answers. 1. What…
DetailsASCA stands for Accreditation Scheme for Conformity Assessment. The procedure is intended to accelerate conformity assessments and, thus, approval procedures. However, it is not applicable to all devices or all markets. This article explains who benefits from ASCA and how the procedure works. 1. ASCA – The basics a) Who is affected by ASCA? ASCA…
DetailsThe United Arab Emirates (UAE) with its hubs Dubai and Abu Dhabi is one of the most developed economies in the Middle East. The Emirates is among the wealthiest countries in the world. The healthcare system is considered highly developed, which is why the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is a popular health tourism destination in…
DetailsThe NIS-2 (Network and Information Security) Directive is a European directive (Directive (EU) 2022/2555) that sets minimum standards for cybersecurity within the EU. Does this directive also affect IVD and medical device manufacturers? If so, what does it require, and what should manufacturers do? This article provides answers. 1. What NIS-2 is about a) Objective…
DetailsThe requirements for clinical investigations to evaluate a device have increased enormously under the MDR. Learn the most important things you need to know about the regulatory pathway for clinical investigations under the MDR here. 1. Clinical investigations of medical devices a) Definition and objectives According to the MDR, a clinical investigation is During clinical…
DetailsThe NMPA Usability Guidance affects many manufacturers of medical devices and IVDs, as well as manufacturers of combination products, who want to market their products in China. This article clarifies which devices must comply with the NMPA requirements regarding usability and what these requirements are. 1. Whom the NMPA Usability Guidance concerns a) Included and…
DetailsThe EU AI Act has been published. Many manufacturers of medical devices and IVD, as well as other healthcare players, are faced with the major task of understanding the 140+ pages of legal text and complying with the requirements. Note: Infringements/violations of the AI Act are punishable by a fine of up to 7% of…
DetailsThe Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) was initiated to satisfy a wish of many medical device manufacturers: To replace the various audits and inspections by authorities from different countries with one audit. Participating in the MDSAP shall suffice for verifying effectiveness and conformity of QM systems (e.g., with ISO 13485 or 21 CFR part 820). In…
DetailsWith the UDI system, the EU has introduced an obligation to identify and register medical devices that goes far beyond what is still required under the MDD. The Medical Device Regulation (MDR) even requires a UDI for standalone software. Read about what you need to prepare for here. 1. Objectives of the UDI system The…
DetailsWith the Pre-Submission Program (“pre-sub” for short), the FDA offers a formal procedure for manufacturers to clarify their regulatory strategy and specific questions before actual approval or market clearance. A pre-sub request is suitable in the preparation of 510(k)s, De Novo Requests, or PMAs, among other things. This can avoid unnecessary costs and effort on…
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