REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL IN THE US Authors: Kruthika B T , KAVYA K, AMAR S, ABHISHEK BV AND JEEVAN GOWDA BT
ABSTRACT
The minute a manufacturer corrects or removes medical equipment that is violating FDA law,
the FDA refers to this action as a "recall." A medical device may be recalled if it is unsafe if it
is malfunctioning, or if it poses a danger to health. The primary goal is to provide details about
the medical device recall database, Reasons for medical device recall, Guidance regarding the
procedure for recall of medical devices, Terms in the context of FDA decision, and What
manufacturers do When They Identify a Recall Is Needed. Finally concluded that the risk of
recalls, as well as the expenses and bad effects they cause, may be greatly decreased by placing
a high priority on patient safety and putting strict quality control systems in place. An efficient
recall plan that is quick, efficient, and global in scope, shows an organization's commitment to
patient safety and maintaining brand reputation is crucial as MedTech companies grow
internationally. An efficient recall plan that is quick, efficient, and global in scope, shows an
organization's commitment to patient safety and maintaining brand reputation is crucial as
MedTech companies grow internationally. Conversely, a medical device recall might request
that a product be changed or taken out of distribution to conform to federal laws. To determine
the degree of health risk connected to the recalled product, a grading system is used in the full
recall process. The business takes certain actions when it decides that a recall is necessary. The
process for dealing with illegal medical equipment may involve many phases.
Keywords: Federal laws, Guidance, Medical device, Recall Publication date: 01/11/2025 https://ijbpas.com/pdf/2025/November/MS_IJBPAS_2025_9572.pdfDownload PDFhttps://doi.org/10.31032/IJBPAS/2025/14.11.9572