- Over 1.2 million medical device adverse event reports were not promptly reported to the FDA between 2019 and 2022.
- Researchers assessed the timeliness of adverse event reporting by medical device manufacturers.
- A significant percentage of reports were submitted late, with most delayed by over 6 months.
- Stricter compliance measures and greater transparency may potentially improve postmarket surveillance.
Study Shows Widespread Delays in Medical Device Reporting to FDA
Conexiant
March 19, 2025