USA Market Access

Equivalence in USA

Navigate FDA regulations and accelerate your medical device market entry with expert guidance on 510(k) submissions and clinical trial requirements.

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FDA Regulatory Pathways

Understanding your route to market in the United States

1

510(k) Premarket Notification

For devices substantially equivalent to predicate devices already on the market. Most efficient pathway for many medical devices.

  • Faster market entry
  • Lower development costs
  • Predicate device comparison
2

PMA (Premarket Approval)

Required for high-risk devices. Involves comprehensive clinical data review and FDA approval before commercialization.

  • Rigorous clinical review
  • Comprehensive data package
  • FDA advisory committee
3

De Novo Classification

For novel devices without predicate. Establishes new regulatory classification and may serve as predicate for future 510(k)s.

  • Novel device classification
  • Future predicate device
  • Competitive advantage

The 510(k) Submission Process

1

Predicate Device Selection

Identify an appropriate predicate device already cleared by FDA that is substantially equivalent to your device.

2

Substantial Equivalence Assessment

Demonstrate that your device is substantially equivalent in intended use, technology, and performance to the predicate.

3

510(k) Submission Preparation

Compile comprehensive documentation including device description, performance data, and comparative analysis.

4

FDA Review & Clearance

FDA reviews submission (typically 30-90 days). Upon clearance, device can be marketed in the United States.

Clinical Trials in the USA

Many medical devices require clinical data to support 510(k) or PMA submissions. ECLEVAR MEDTECH specializes in designing and conducting FDA-compliant clinical investigations.

FDA IND (Investigational New Device) expertise
IRB coordination and compliance
Site management and patient recruitment
Real-world evidence generation
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FDA Clinical Trials

USA vs EU Regulatory Comparison

Key differences in regulatory approaches

Aspect
USA (FDA)
EU (MDR)
Regulatory Body
FDA (Food & Drug Administration)
Notified Bodies
Primary Pathway
510(k) or PMA
CE Marking
Clinical Data
Often required for 510(k)
Required for higher-risk devices
Timeline
30-90 days (510(k))
3-6 months (CE Marking)
Post-Market
Medical Device Reporting (MDR)
Vigilance & PMCF

Our USA Regulatory Expertise

510(k) Strategy

Predicate device selection, substantial equivalence assessment, and submission preparation.

Clinical Data

FDA-compliant clinical trial design and execution to support your submission.

Performance Testing

Comprehensive device performance and safety testing to demonstrate equivalence.

Regulatory Affairs

Expert guidance on FDA requirements and post-market compliance obligations.

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