MedTech Leads Industries in Recalls, Numbers Expected to Rise in 2021
Software continues to be a key factor in recalls, and this year the end of some EUAs may also contribute to an increase.
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Q3 Medical Device Recalls Fall Nearly 30%, but Still on Track to Exceed 2019
Top reasons for recalls include software, quality and parts issues.
The Top Trend for Medical Devices in 2021? Putting Quality First
Moving too quickly in the product development process can lead to mistakes.
Medical Device Recall Activity at Highest Levels in Two Years, Is COVID-19 Responsible?
Medical device recalls were up more than 31% during Q2 2020, activity that suggests recalls will reach 1200 by the end of the year, according to Stericycle’s latest recall report.
Cybersecurity, COVID-19 and EU MDR Hot Topics of the 2020 MedTech Summer
Although the full impact of COVID-19 is uncertain, one sure thing is that industry continues to crave information to help them navigate EU MDR.
Post-COVID Era of Product Safety: Recall Risks During and After a Pandemic
The medical device industry is pressured to aid those stricken by the pandemic, while at the same time working to mitigate increased risks usually associated with hurried manufacturing and quality control procedures.
How to Plan for and Navigate a Crisis with Purpose and Clarity
Being prepared significantly improves the odds that an organization will successfully manage and mitigate risk, sustain trust and loyalty, and protect and preserve their brand.
Great Medical Devices Require High-Functioning Supply Chains
Recalls for failure are chronic in the medical device industry. The sources of those failures could originate anywhere in the supply chain. Fixing supply chain issues is ultimately the responsibility of the instrument’s maker.
Top MedTech Articles of 2019
The hot issues are related to compliance, EU MDR and recalls.
Quality and Software Issues Remain Top Reasons for Medical Device Recalls
The number of recalls also increased 21.5% this quarter, according to Stericycle’s Q3 2019 Recall Index.
