The outcome of a survey by trade association MedTech Europe shows that while more than 90% of companies benefited from the extension of IVDR transition deadlines, significant issues remain that could see many diagnostics disappear from the market.
In January 2022, the European Commission adopted amendments to the In Vitro Diagnostics Regulation that extended the deadlines for compliance with the new requirements to prevent disruption in the supply of IVDs in the EU.
These changes had a positive effect on industry. In a survey of 110 manufacturers conducted by MedTech Europe between...
Paul Campbell, chief regulatory officer at HealthAI, emphasizes existing regulations for AI in healthcare should not be overlooked as new regulations are developed.
The last steps are taking place leading to the launch of the EU’s medical device database, EUDAMED.
A recent approval from the US FDA allowing Boston Scientific to broaden its labeling for its pulse field ablation system means more patients with one type of AFib will have access to a promising new treatment.
A revised annex to the original decision also outlines expert remuneration limits and introduces further changes.
An upcoming US FDA advisory panel meeting will discuss adding a new indication to allow dermal fillers to be used in the upper chest, or décolletage. Plastic surgeons expect this could drive interest in the procedure, which is already performed off-label.
A system of pre-regulatory review consultations for innovative drugs and devices in South Korea has contributed to the accelerated development of such products.
Thena Capital, the first UK-based early-stage specialist medtech firm, has made its first investment since closing its £50m fund. Medtech Insight spoke with general partner Pamela Walker Geddes to gain insight into Thena Capital’s investment strategy.
