Monday, May 16, 2011

Medical-device recalls in the UK and the device-regulation process: retrospective review of safety notices and alerts -- Heneghan et al. -- BMJ Open

Conclusion The number of medical devices subject to recalls or warnings in the UK has risen dramatically. A substantial number of these devices may have caused serious adverse effects in patients and contributed to healthcare costs. Significant problems exist in the UK with a lack of access to transparent data and a registry of the highest-risk devices.

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