EU Battery Regulation: What medical device manufacturers need to know
The EU plans to replace the existing Directive 2006/66/EC with the new EU Regulation on batteries and waste batteries (“Battery Regulation”). This article clarifies,
DetailsCombination products: Applicable law and regulatory requirements (EU law)
Combination products consist of the combination of a medical device and a medicinal product. Since both medical device and medicinal product law could be applicable here, there are some special features that must be taken into account for products of this type. In this article, you learn more about
DetailsFDA Human Factors Guidances
The FDA describes its requirements for Human Factors Engineering in two documents: This article
DetailsNo animal testing to prove biocompatibility
In order to evaluate the biocompatibility of standard materials, medical device manufacturers can, in most cases, avoid animal testing. In recent years, the Johner Institute had always succeeded in showing alternatives to animal testing, even when authorities and notified bodies demanded them. Learn here how you can contribute to animal welfare, save money, and bring…
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A German medical technology industry analysis from 2020 estimated the market for medical devices in South Korea at USD 6.7 billion. Due to an annual growth rate of imports of (estimated) 10% and the increasing aging of the population with a simultaneous increase in basic medical care, the South Korean market is expected to grow…
DetailsClinical evidence: How to prove it
Only through clinical evidence – real evidence – can manufacturers prove their medical devices’ safety, performance, and benefit. But when is proof valid enough? In other words, when is there sufficient clinical evidence for authorities and notified bodies to accept? This article answers the questions and provides a compact introduction to the topic of “clinical…
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