The regulatory authorities recognize different classes of medical devices, based on their design complexity, their use characteristics, and their potential for harm if misused. Each country or region defines these categories in different ways. The authorities also recognize that some devices are provided in combination with drugs, and regulation of these combination products takes this factor into consideration.
пятница, 27 января 2012 г.
Learn about medical devices
A medical device is a product used for medical purposes in patients, in diagnosis, therapy or surgery[citation needed]. Whereas medicinal products (also called pharmaceuticals) achieve their principal action by pharmacological, metabolic or immunological means. Medical devices act by other means like physical, mechanical, thermal, physico-chemical or chemical means. Medical devices are included in the category: Medical technology.
Подписаться на:
Сообщения (Atom)