Medical Device Regulation (MDR)

Medical Device Regulation (MDR)

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MDR Medical Device Regulation
MDR Medical Device Regulation
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MDR Medical Device Regulation

The new European Medical Device Regulation (MDR) was published in the Official Journal of the European Union and entered into force on 25 May 2017, marking the start of the transition period for manufacturers selling medical devices into Europe.

As a manufacturer of a medical device, you must ensure that you meet the relevant regulatory requirements before placing your product onto the market; for the EU, these are outlined in the Medical Device Regulation (MDR) (EU) 2017/745 and, for the UK, the UK Medical Devices Regulations (UK MDR) 2002.

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MDR best practice guidelines

MDR best practice guidelines

Download our MDR Best Practices Guidelines to help you prepare and structure your Technical Documentation when planning your application to BSI for a conformity assessment of a medical device under the MDR.

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What you need to know about the latest MDR

The MDR, which replaces the Medical Devices Directive (93/42/EEC) and Active Implantable Medical Devices Directive (90/385/EEC), had a transition period of three years. Manufacturers had the duration of the transition period to update their Technical Documentation and processes to meet the new requirements.

This long awaited text brings with it more scrutiny of Technical Documentation; it addresses concerns over the assessment of product safety and performance by placing stricter requirements on clinical evaluation and post-market clinical follow-up, and requiring better traceability of devices through the supply chain.

BSI The Netherlands (2797) is a leading Notified Body; we review medical devices to ensure that they conform to the requirements of the European Directives and Regulations.

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MedTech Summit 2020 | EU Medical Device Regulation, Notified Body Overview and Update from BSI

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A notified body’s perspective on the clinical evaluation requirements under the Medical Device Regulation

Understanding of the clinical evaluation process for medical devices against the requirements of the MDR, relevant Medical Device Coordination Group guidance documents is critical for all manufacturers.

Hear from BSI’s Richard Holborow, Head of Clinical Compliance in his recent article in the Journal of Medical Device Regulation on the requirements for clinical evaluation under the MDR from a Notified Body’s perspective and how to meet those requirements.

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BSI Medical Devices and the of COVID-19 on audits

As the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak evolves, the safety and wellbeing of our clients and colleagues is our highest priority, so please read our latest updates on how we are managing global audits and assessments.

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BSI Medical devices and the impact of COVID-19 on audits

As the coronavirus COVID-19 outbreak evolves, the safety and wellbeing of our clients and colleagues is our highest priority, so please read our latest updates on how we are managing global audits and assessments.

Read our latest update

BSI: Three Tips from the Top European Notified Body

In an interview with Medtech Strategist, our Senior Commercial Operations Director, Bill Enos, has shared his thoughts on the current pace of the MDR and some tips for manufacturers to be as prepared as possible for the pending date of transition.

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Medical device clinical investigations – what’s new under the MDR?

The conduct of a clinical investigation is one of the most time-consuming and resource-intensive activities that a medical device manufacturer can face. Download this paper to find out more about important new requirements for pre-market and post-market clinical investigations under the European MDR.

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