Standards & Testing
58 articles
Adaptive Designs for Medical Device Clinical Studies: FDA Guidance, Types, and ICH E20
Master adaptive clinical trial designs for medical devices: navigate FDA CDRH guidance, evaluate 10+ adaptation types, preserve trial integrity, and align with ICH E20.
Non-Inferiority Clinical Trials for Medical Devices: Margin & Design Guide
Master non-inferiority clinical trials for medical devices: set M1 and M2 margins, protect against learning curves and biocreep, compare FDA and EU MDR, and analyze pivotal trial cases.
FDA Electronic Product Radiation Control (EPRC) for Medical Devices (21 CFR 1000-1050)
Guide to FDA Electronic Product Radiation Control (EPRC) under 21 CFR 1000-1050: 1002.1 matrix, Laser Notice 50/56, Form 2877, and Section 539 civil penalties.
FDA MRI Safety Labeling and GUDID Status: Data Analysis of 5.15M Device Records
Data analysis of 5.15 million FDA GUDID records evaluating MRI safety status distribution, ASTM F2503 labeling rules, implantable device coverage gaps, and 2023 guidance compliance.
Cold Chain & Temperature-Controlled Distribution for Medical Devices & IVDs
Guide to cold chain distribution for medical devices and IVDs under ISO 13485 clause 7.5.11, GDP frameworks, shipper qualification, and excursion disposition.
FDA Medical Device Development Tools (MDDT): Program & Qualified Tools Guide
Complete guide to the FDA Medical Device Development Tools (MDDT) program: 4 tool categories, 2-phase no-fee qualification process, and full matrix of all 21 qualified tools.
SPC for Medical Devices: Cpk/Ppk Targets, Gauge R&R, and Process Validation
A quality engineering guide to statistical process control (SPC) and process capability (Cpk/Ppk) for medical device process validation, including Gauge R&R and FDA QMSR compliance.
Adaptive AI Medical Devices: Why an FDA PCCP Won't Update Your Model in the EU or Japan
A cross-market analysis of AI medical device change control, comparing the US FDA PCCP, Japan's IDATEN framework, and the EU's MDR and AI Act modification rules.
Ultrasound Probe Repair vs Replace: An HTM Decision Framework With MAUDE Evidence
A detailed guide for HTM and biomedical engineering teams to evaluate whether to repair or replace diagnostic ultrasound transducers based on failure modes, safety risks, and compliance.
Acceptance Sampling Plans for Medical Devices: AQL, Z1.4 & ISO 2859
How to build statistically valid medical device sampling plans under 21 CFR 820.250 / ISO 13485: AQL, ANSI/ASQ Z1.4, ISO 2859-1 switching rules, c=0 plans, and OC curves.
Medical Device Reliability Testing: HALT, HASS, ALT & MTBF
A practical guide to medical device reliability testing: HALT vs HASS vs accelerated life testing, Weibull and MTBF, Arrhenius acceleration, and where it fits in ISO 13485 design V&V.
IVD Calibrator Traceability: ISO 17511, EU IVDR, and JCTLM Guide
Metrological traceability for IVD calibrators and control materials under ISO 17511:2020 and EU IVDR Annex I Section 9.3, covering calibration hierarchies, JCTLM resources, and common pitfalls.
ISO 19011:2026: What the Updated Audit Standard Means for Medical Device Manufacturers
ISO 19011:2026 embeds hybrid auditing, digital evidence management, and updated auditor competence across the audit lifecycle — what ISO 13485 and QMSR programs need to update.
NAMs for Medical Device Biocompatibility: FDA, EU & ISO 10993 Guide (2026)
NAMs for medical device biocompatibility: FDA roadmap, EU phase-out plan, ISO 10993-5/-10/-23 in vitro alternatives, chemical characterization, and regulatory strategy.
Auto-Injector Critical-Task Matrix for Human Factors Validation
Guide to auto-injector critical-task matrices for human factors validation, including URRA inputs, dose confirmation, hold time, misfire recovery, training decay, and FDA evidence expectations.
FDA ASCA Test Report Acceptance Package for 510(k) and De Novo
Step-by-step guide to ASCA evidence packages for 510(k) and De Novo submissions, including summary test reports, declarations, lab accreditation, scope matching, and FDA questions.
FDA Third Party Review Program: 510(k) Due Diligence Checklist
Evaluate whether 3P510k review fits your device, with checks for product code eligibility, Accredited Person conflicts, eSTAR fit, timing, and risk.
IEC 62304 Edition 2: 2026 Software Lifecycle Changes for Devices
Prepare for IEC 62304 Edition 2 with process rigor levels, broader health software scope, AI/ML lifecycle provisions, cybersecurity integration, and compliance timelines.
GCP for Medical Device Clinical Trials: ISO 14155 and ICH E6(R3) in 2026
Apply Good Clinical Practice to medical device trials under ISO 14155:2026 and ICH E6(R3), with sponsor duties, consent, safety reporting, and audit readiness.
Cleaning Validation for Reusable Surgical Instruments: Soil, Residue, and Worst Case
Build cleaning validation protocols for reusable surgical instruments, covering test soils, residue endpoints, worst-case devices, ST98 criteria, sampling, and reports.