Applying Real-World Device Data: US FDA Finalizes Its Thoughts

The agency issued a final guidance spelling out reasonable applications of real-world device evidence and what factors must be considered when weighing whether data collected from routine care via means – such as electronic patient records or insurance claims – can help support a product approval or other regulatory decision.

Real-world device data may be suitable to support clearance or approval of a new device or expanded indication, but controls to mitigate bias and ensure data is sufficiently relevant and reliable are a must, US FDA conveys in a final guidance posted Aug. 30.

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