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.
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New App Alerts Patients and Caregivers to Medical Device Recalls
By simply scanning a barcode, SoomSafety gives users access to important product instructions, safety and recall information.
Trends in Medical Device Recalls
A recent project conducted by Northeastern graduate students looked at device recalls over the past five years and some of the common threads.
Medical Device Recalls Down Nearly 10%
Medical device recalls were at their lowest quarter since Q4 2011, according to Stericycle’s recall index for Q4 2017.
Side Effects: Cybersecurity and Medical Device Recalls
When a software patch or device update cannot remedy a cyber threat, sometimes a recall is necessary.
How Do Providers Handle Device Recalls?
Experts at hospitals state that they need clearer and more organized information from device manufacturers during a recall.
Modern Medicine: Managing Lithium-Ion Battery Recalls in Medical Devices
Recalls involving lithium-ion battery components are far more complex and if not handled properly, can have dangerous consequences.
CDRH to Post Recall Information Earlier
The center is changing its communication on recalls to minimize confusion among healthcare providers and patients.
Recall Readiness: Combating Recall Fatigue
Having a comprehensive plan in place and conducting mock recalls can help a device company protect its brand before it’s too late.
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