Friction in Spanish implants industry
This article was originally published in Clinica
Executive Summary
Spain's obsession with cheap products could lead to major quality problems, believes Howmedica Iberica's Andre Cardenoso, head of Spanish industry association Fenin's traumatology division. Medical implants in Spain are now cheaper than in neighbouring countries, despite their less complex administrative systems and better payment records, says Mr Cardenoso in Fenin's Noticias magazine.
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