FDA Finalizes 510(k), PMA, eCopy Guidances
This article was originally published in The Gray Sheet
Executive Summary
FDA spells out its acceptance policies for 510(k) and PMA submissions, as well as guidelines for submitting electronic copies of submissions. The guidances all aim to make the device review process more efficient and speedy.
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