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FDA Approves Sentimag Magnetic Localization System for Biopsies 

Magtrace® and Sentimag® Magnetic Localization System  Novel sentinel lymph node localization technique without radiation  On December 6, 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved PMA P160053 Supplement S002 for the Magtrace and Sentimag Magnetic...

FDA Information – Conveniently Organized and Accessible

Quickly find the FDA information you need Conveniently organized FDA information. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) provides a wealth of information for consumers and industry stakeholders. The problem is, it can be difficult to navigate to the information...

FDA Announces Online Electronic 510(k) Submissions

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the issuance of its final guidance document for its template for electronic 510(k) submissions on September 22, 2022. The electronic Submission Template and Resource (eSTAR) electronic submissions template is a...

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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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Device Overview – Spinal Cord Stimulation Systems

What Is an SCS System?  A spinal cord stimulation (SCS) system is a medical device used to manage chronic pain by delivering electrical impulses to the spinal cord. The system typically consists of several components:  Implantable Pulse Generator (IPG)  This is the...

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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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Navigating the Transition from the QSR to the QMSR

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Welcome to Medical Devices and Pharma, a website dedicated to providing timely and relevant medical device and pharma information to the regulated medical device and pharmaceutical industries, and consumers of those products.

Our goal is to provide organized, clearly written information from regulatory affairs and consumer perspectives.

  • Key information from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the federal regulatory agency responsible for providing oversight over the industries and assuring the safety and efficacy of their products.
  • Regulatory services for compliance, market access, and crisis management
  • Information about innovation, including new products cleared for use in the U.S. market.
  • News stories with topics ranging from product issues to market trends.

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QMSR - Quality Management System Regulation

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has introduced significant updates to its regulatory framework for medical device manufacturers with the transition from the Quality System Regulation (QSR) to the Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR).

This modernization aligns with global standards, streamlining compliance for manufacturers who market devices internationally while maintaining a strong focus on patient safety and product quality.

CDRH 2024 Safety Report

Interaction Between Regulatory and Quality Functions

Quality Management System Regulation - QMSR

Regulatory Information Management Systems - RIMS

CDRH Issues its 2024 Innovation Report

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