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eBriefing

​MEDICAL DEVICES - PRO

PaaS* Cloud based
​Language: EN

December 2024
​by eEuropa.org
​@ 2021-2024
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  • High-Level Executive Summary
  • Sumary & Insights on EU Regulations on Medical Devices
  • Current Legislative Work
  • Links to Official Documents
  • Continuously updated for one year after subscription
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Summary


Our eBriefing provides a concise and up-to-date analysis of the significant political challenges surrounding the revision of the European Union's Medical Devices Regulation (MDR) and In Vitro Diagnostic Medical Devices Regulation (IVDR). Initially implemented to enhance patient safety and increase transparency, these regulations have become the center of intense debate among policymakers, industry stakeholders, and healthcare professionals.

Key concerns include:
  • Bureaucratic Burdens on SMEs: The stringent requirements of the MDR and IVDR are perceived to disproportionately affect small and medium-sized enterprises, hindering innovation and reducing competitiveness within the EU's medical device industry.
  • Delays and Device Shortages: Extended certification processes have led to shortages of essential medical devices, posing risks to patient care and potentially exacerbating healthcare disparities across member states.

In response, there are calls for:
  • Simplifying Regulatory Procedures: Streamlining processes to reduce administrative burdens without compromising patient safety.
  • Accelerated Approval Pathways: Introducing expedited pathways for innovative and low-risk devices to ensure timely access to essential medical technologies.

The European Commission acknowledges these challenges and has extended transition periods to alleviate immediate pressures while emphasizing that patient safety remains paramount.

This eBriefing offers a detailed examination of these issues and developments. It is continuously updated for one year from the date of subscription, ensuring you have access to the latest insights and policy changes affecting the EU medical device landscape.

Stay informed and navigate the complexities of the EU's Medical Device Regulations with our expertly curated and timely eBriefing.



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This publication is offered as a Product-as-a-Service (PaaS), combining products with accompanying services for a one-time fee. Accessible in the cloud at any time and from anywhere for a period of one year, you no longer need to download the document to all your devices. Simply access it online using computers, tablets, or smartphones, on any operating system.

We offer this PaaS product to provide it with multiple life cycles. Ownership is not transferred; instead, our company remains responsible for delivering an improved product by providing constant updates and changes throughout your entire subscription period.


Sources: European Union, http://www.europa.eu/, 1995-2025, 

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