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Medical devices are increasingly based on closed-loop systems. “Closed-loop systems” are also mentioned in the Medical Device Regulation (MDR). In this article you will learn what closed-loop systems are, where they are used in medicine, and what regulatory requirements they need to meet. The article also reveals how you can save several hundred euros buying the…
DetailsThe term “predicate device” most often comes up in the context of FDA 510(k) clearances. However, the FDA does not define this term. It does, however, define what “substantial equivalence” is. Sounds complicated? Demonstrating equivalence is by no means only relevant in the FDA context. That’s why this article provides clarity – especially but not…
Details510(k) clearance is the primary procedure for obtaining marketing clearance in the United States. It is also referred to as Premarket Notification (PMN). This article provides a quick overview of the procedure and the documents that must be submitted. 1. General information on the 510(k) clearance by the FDA In contrast to the European jurisdiction…
DetailsFor manufacturers, the answer to whether and when clinical studies are necessary when using artificial intelligence in medical devices is relevant. After all, the duration and cost of bringing these devices to market depend on this. The good news in advance: there are cases where manufacturers can avoid clinical studies for devices with AI. This…
DetailsThe classification of whether a device is a medicinal product or a substance-based medical device has far-reaching regulatory consequences. This classification is so demanding that there are regular disputes with authorities and notified bodies, and in 2023, even the European Court of Justice had to rule on the matter. This article helps manufacturers, authorities, and…
DetailsFMEA, or Failure Mode and Effect Analysis, is a procedure for investigating the unknown effects of known causes. In the case of medical devices, for example, FMEA is used in risk analysis to analyze the consequences of a faulty component, in particular, the resulting hazards. 1. How to use the FMEA a) During development Use…
DetailsThe 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, 1. Background a) Objective With the Battery Regulation, the EU aims to modernize the legal framework for batteries. The regulation is a response to calls for a comprehensive revision and expansion…
DetailsCombination 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 1. What are combination products? a)…
DetailsThe FDA describes its requirements for Human Factors Engineering in two documents: This article What the FDA calls “Human Factors Engineering” (HFE), IEC 62366-1 calls “Usability Engineering“. The FDA defines the term as follows: 1. How the FDA’s “Human Factors Guidances” interact In the introduction to the document “Content of Human Factors Information in Medical…
DetailsIn 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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