The documents required for FDA medical device certification vary depending on the type of submission (510(k), Premarket Approval (PMA), or De Novo classification). Here’s a detailed list of the key documents for each type:
1. 510(k) Notification
- Cover Letter: Summarizes the submission and provides key information about the device and predicate.
- 510(k) Form: Completed FDA Form 3514 or equivalent.
- Device Description: Detailed description of the device, including its design, materials, and operation.
- Indications for Use: Statement of the intended use and indications for the device.
- Technological Characteristics: Comparison of the device with a predicate, highlighting similarities and differences.
- Labeling: Draft of the device’s labeling, including instructions for use and safety information.
- Performance Data: Data demonstrating the device’s safety and effectiveness, including bench testing, clinical studies, or other relevant performance data.
- Standards Compliance: Evidence that the device meets applicable FDA-recognized standards.
- Biocompatibility Data: Data showing the device’s materials are biocompatible, if applicable.
- Sterilization Data: Information on the sterilization process and validation, if applicable.
- Substantial Equivalence: Documentation proving the device is substantially equivalent to a predicate device.
2. Premarket Approval (PMA)
- Cover Letter: Summarizes the PMA application and includes device name, intended use, and application number.
- PMA Application Form: Completed FDA Form 356h or equivalent.
- Device Description: Comprehensive details about the device’s design, components, and intended use.
- Clinical Data: Results from clinical trials showing the device’s safety and effectiveness.
- Non-Clinical Laboratory Studies: Data from laboratory testing, including bench tests and animal studies, if applicable.
- Labeling: Draft labeling, including instructions for use and safety information.
- Manufacturing Information: Details on the manufacturing process, facilities, and quality control measures.
- Risk Analysis: Analysis of potential risks associated with the device and mitigation strategies.
- Device Specifications: Technical specifications of the device.
- Clinical Study Protocols: Protocols and procedures for clinical trials, including consent forms and investigator information.
- Statistical Analysis: Statistical analysis of clinical trial data.
- Standards Compliance: Evidence of compliance with FDA-recognized standards.
3. De Novo Classification
- Cover Letter: Summarizes the De Novo request, including device name, intended use, and classification request.
- De Novo Request Form: Completed FDA Form 3881 or equivalent.
- Device Description: Detailed description of the device’s design, components, and intended use.
- Indications for Use: Statement of the intended use and indications.
- Clinical Data: Data demonstrating safety and effectiveness, including clinical trial results if applicable.
- Non-Clinical Laboratory Studies: Laboratory test data, including bench tests and animal studies, if applicable.
- Labeling: Draft labeling, including instructions for use and safety information.
- Risk Analysis: Analysis of potential risks and mitigation strategies.
- Standards Compliance: Evidence of compliance with FDA-recognized standards.
- Comparison to Existing Devices: Information on how the device compares to existing devices, highlighting differences and similarities.
In addition to these documents, all submissions must include an Electronic Copy if required by the FDA and adhere to FDA guidelines regarding content and format. Ensure all documents are thorough and accurately reflect the device’s compliance with FDA regulations.
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