What is an MDCG guidance document?

MDCG (Medical Device Coordination Group) guidance documents are non-binding technical guidance published by the European Commission to assist manufacturers, Notified Bodies, and competent authorities in implementing EU MDR 2017/745 and EU IVDR 2017/746. They cover clinical evaluation, post-market surveillance, UDI, EUDAMED, and other compliance topics.

What FDA guidance documents are required for a 510(k) submission?

FDA 510(k) submissions must follow applicable FDA guidance documents including the general 510(k) Guidance, device-specific guidances, and quality system regulation (21 CFR Part 820). Key documents include guidance on substantial equivalence determinations, cybersecurity pre-market requirements, and device-type-specific performance standards.

What is a Team NB document?

Team NB (Team of Notified Bodies) publishes position papers, recommendations, and guidance documents developed collaboratively by European Notified Bodies designated under EU MDR and IVDR. These documents clarify application of regulatory requirements and support harmonised conformity assessment practices across Notified Bodies.

What clinical guidelines are available on Medical Device Navigator?

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MDCG 2025-9: Guidance on Breakthrough Devices (BtX) under Regulations 2017/745 & 2017/746

MDCG Guidance 2025-12 MDCG Guidance New Technologies

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MDCG 2025-9: Guidance on Breakthrough Devices (BtX) under Regulations 2017/745 & 2017/746

MDCG 2019-9: Summary of safety and clinical performance

MDCG 2020-5: Guidance on clinical evaluation – Equivalence

MDCG 2020-6: Guidance on sufficient clinical evidence for legacy devices

MDCG 2020-7: Guidance on PMCF plan template

MDCG 2020-8: Guidance on PMCF evaluation report template

MDCG 2020-10/1: Guidance on safety reporting in clinical investigations

MDCG 2020-13: Clinical evaluation assessment report template

MDCG 2021-6: Q&A regarding clinical investigation under Regulation 2017/745

MDCG 2021-8: Clinical investigation application/notification documents

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