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NMPA issued the \u201cClinical Pathway Recommendations for Certain Categories of Medical Devices\u201d today on March 18, 2024. The document suggests manufacturers how to choose predicate device comparison or clinical trial to conduct clinical evaluation. 21 Class III medical devices in the fields of cardiac surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedic surgery, and dental and cosmetic surgery are impacted.<\/p>\n

The clinical recommendations are based on the \u201cGuideline on Decision Making of Conducting Clinical Trial for Medical Devices<\/strong><\/a>\u201d published in September 2021.<\/p>\n

The clinical recommendations for active and non-active devices are issued HERE<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Predicate Comparison List<\/h3>\n

Predicate device comparison means that, based on the declared product\u2019s characteristics, clinical risks, existing clinical data, etc., select appropriate approved device of the same type, and prove the safety and effectiveness of the two devices by analyzing the clinical data.<\/p>\n

NMPA agrees that the following devices can choose predicate comparison, instead of lengthy and costly clinical trial. The composition, the intended use, and device name examples are explained for each device:<\/p>\n