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FDA Submission and Approval Processes for 510(k)s
Learn how the FDA's 510(k) premarket notification system facilitates the introduction of new medical devices to the market, ensuring safety and compliance.Partner with us to navigate the complexities of the FDA approval process efficiently.The FDA's 510(k) process is...
DeRoyal Industries, Inc. Recalls Tracecarts
Urgent Class I Recall Notice DeRoyal Industries, Inc. has issued an urgent recall notice for certain Tracecarts containing 16FR Urine Meter Foley under recall by Nurse Assist. Identified by the FDA as a Class I recall, the most serious type, the use of these devices...
Class I Recall for Stay-Safe Catheter Extension Sets and Adapters
Urgent Class I Recall Notice FDA has issued a Class I recall – the most serious type – for certain medical devices manufactured by Fresenius Medical Care. The recall concerns Stay-Safe Catheter Extension Sets and Stay-Safe/Luer Lock Adapters, pivotal components used...
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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FDA Approves Thoracic Stent Graft System
FDA Approves RelayPro Thoracic Stent Graft System for Thoracic Aortic Aneurysms and Penetrating Atherosclerotic Ulcers Treatment The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on March 7, 2023 approved the RelayPro Thoracic Stent Graft System, a new medical...
Abbott Safety Alert for Freestyle Libre Systems
Misuse may cause battery overheating and incorrect readings The FDA has issued a safety notification regarding the FreeStyle Libre, FreeStyle Libre 14 day, and FreeStyle Libre 2 Flash Glucose Monitoring Systems. The notification warns users of the potential for...
Camber Recalls Atovaquone Oral Suspension USP
Camber Recalls Atovaquone Oral Suspension USP for Potential Contamination Camber Pharmaceuticals Inc. recently issued a voluntary nationwide recall of Atovaquone Oral Suspension USP due to potential contamination. The recall was announced by the U.S. Food and Drug...
Prodigy Proclaim Spinal Cord Stimulation Systems
Significant advancement for chronic pain treatment On February 15, 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the approval of the Prodigy Proclaim and Proclaim XR Spinal Cord Stimulation (SCS) systems. This approval marks a significant step forward in...
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QMSR Strategy for US Companies with QSR and ISO Compliance
QMSR Implementation Strategy for U.S. Medical Device Manufacturers Compliant with the QSR and ISO 14385:2016 If your company is already compliant with the QSR and ISO 13485:2016, you’re ahead of the curve in the transition to FDA’s Quality Management System Regulation...
A QSR to QMSR Transition Strategy
QMSR Implementation Strategy for U.S. Medical Device Manufacturers Not in Compliance with ISO 14385:2016 Transitioning from the FDA’s Quality System Regulation (QSR; 21 CFR 820) to the Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR) is a significant undertaking that...
QSR-to-QMSR Paper Gap Audit
Is Your Quality Management System Ready for QMSR? As FDA’s transition from the QSR to the QMSR approaches, many medical device manufacturers are discovering that “substantially equivalent” doesn’t mean “completely aligned.” Even companies with solid QSR documentation...
Postmarket Surveillance – from QSR to QMSR
How QSR Postmarket Surveillance Will Evolve Under the QMSR As medical device manufacturers transition from the FDA’s Quality System Regulation (QSR) to the new Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR), one area undergoing significant change is postmarket...
Postmarket Surveillance
What is Postmarket Surveillance (PMS)? Postmarket surveillance (PMS) refers to all activities carried out by manufacturers to monitor the performance, safety, and effectiveness of a medical device after it has been placed on the market. It includes collecting and...
Medical Device Labeling
In the world of medical devices, proper labeling isn't just a regulatory requirement, it is a vital component of patient safety, product usability, and market access. Whether you're a manufacturer navigating FDA regulations, a distributor handling multilingual...
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