The Medical Device Coordination Group (MDCG) requested scientific advice from the European Medicines Agency (EMA) to re-evaluate the classification of SARS-CoV-2 in the context of in vitro diagnostic medical devices (IVDs).
A waiver of clinical data under MDR Article 61(10) is possible if the product’s nature, sufficient non-clinical evidence, and risk management justify it. Instead of clinical investigations, manufacturers may rely on technical testing, pre-clinical evaluation, and performance data to demonstrate safety and compliance.
Common Criteria (CC): International IT security standards for medical devices, supported by BSI and BfArM, enhance cybersecurity and trust in processes.
The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations for public health, based in Geneva. It was founded on 7 April 1948 and has 194 member states. According to the WHO constitution, its goal is to achieve the best possible level of health for all people. The focus is primarily on combating infectious diseases.
Japan is the second largest market for medical devices in the world and offers manufacturers a lot of potential. However, product approval there is a particular challenge.
The field of medical devices is rapidly evolving, and as technological advancements continue, so do the regulatory frameworks governing their approval and marketing.
We are celebrating our anniversary. We have been a partner to the healthcare industry for 20 years and support companies with the approval of medical products