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Medical devices ‘Let me be very clear, there will be no compromise on safety’ Várhelyi tells MEPs The European Commission’s plan to simplify medical device regulations sparked broad support from MEPs, who welcome reforms but say they must not come at the expense of patient safety
Medical devices EU moves to fix failing medical and in vitro device rules and spur innovation A 'targeted' revision to the MDR and IVDR promises clearer timelines, proportionate oversight and faster access to innovative technologies