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Update on the Interpretation of the Medical Devices Regulation

A few days ago, the EMA published the document “Questions & Answers for applicants, marketing authorisation holders of medicinal products and notified bodies with respect to the implementation of the Medical Devices and In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices Regulations ((EU) 2017/745 and (EU) 2017/746)” (Q&A). This document provides practical considerations for the implementation of the MDR and IVDR and is an important guide for companies on how to implement the MDR in terms of issues that are not directly apparent from the MDR.

The Q&A document covers:

For example, the following questions are answered:

Regarding the key requirements that the MDR places on companies, we would like to refer to our previous blog post. We will keep you updated on any news by EMA and the EU Commission as regards the application of the MDR and IVDR.

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Dr. Gisela Grabow

Counsel

Lawyer (England/Wales)