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Regulatory Information Management Systems (RIMS)

What Is a RIMS System?  A Regulatory Information Management (RIM) system is a software solution designed to streamline and automate the management of regulatory information and processes within the life sciences industry, including pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and...

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Abbott/Thoratec Recalls HeartMate II and HeartMate 3 LVAS

Recall Alert: HeartMate II and HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist Systems (LVAS)  The FDA has issued a Class I recall, the most serious type, for the HeartMate II and HeartMate 3 Left Ventricular Assist Systems (LVAS) due to potential serious injuries or death...

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Quality Management System Regulation – QMSR

Explore how the FDA's newly introduced Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR) is set to redefine compliance standards in the medical device industry, transitioning from the traditional 21 CFR 820 framework.Available in paperback and eBook formats on Amazon. ...

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FDA Enforcement

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States employs various enforcement mechanisms to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and to protect public health. These mechanisms are essential for maintaining the safety, efficacy, and quality of food,...

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FDA Quality System Regulation – 21 CFR 820 

QMSR CentralFDA Quality System Regulation – 21 CFR 820  21 CFR 820, also known as the Quality System Regulation (QSR), outlines the requirements for the establishment and maintenance of a quality management system for medical device manufacturers in the United States....

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Edwards EVOQUE Tricuspid Valve Replacement System 

Edwards EVOQUE Tricuspid Valve Replacement System   In a groundbreaking move, the FDA has recently approved the Edwards EVOQUE Tricuspid Valve Replacement System for market distribution. The device was developed by Edwards Lifesciences LLC. This innovative system...

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A Look at the CDRH 2024 Innovation Report 

Revolutionizing Medical Device Innovation    In a world where medical technology evolves at a rapid pace, ensuring patients have access to cutting-edge, safe, and effective devices is paramount. Yesterday, the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) released...

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CDRH Issues its 2024 Safety Report 

2024 CDRH Safety Report   The FDA Center for Devices and Regulatory Health issued its CDRH 2024 Safety Report on April 17, 2024. The report outlines the commitment of the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) to ensuring the safety and effectiveness of...

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Fresenius Kabi Recalls Ivenix Infusion Pump Software 

Urgent Class I Recall Notice   A crucial recall notice has been issued by Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC for the LVP Software of the Ivenix Infusion System (IIS), Version 5.8.0, distributed between March 6, 2023, and March 20, 2024. The recall, initiated on March 7, 2024, is...

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