FDA Doc Bemoans ‘Dearth’ Of Pediatric Devices, Says Real-World Data Could ‘Make A Difference’
Executive Summary
Vasum Peiris, an MD and the US agency’s chief medical officer for pediatrics and special populations, is worried about the lack of innovative devices for young people. But he’s hopeful that real-world evidence could turn that around.
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