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CMA provisionally finds hearing implants merger could substantially reduce competition, potentially leading to worse outcomes for patients and higher costs for the NHS.
Specific manufacturers – measures to prevent inverted valve implantation resulting from incorrect mounting of the valve on its valve holder.
Check the tariff classification for the unassembled parts to be implanted into the human body for different spinal treatments.
(All types, makes and models) Report cases in women who have breast implants or who have had them removed. (MDA/2014/027)
(Poly Implant Prothese (PIP)) French medical device regulatory authority (AFSSAPS) found the composition of silicone gel for most breast implants have been different to the one approved since 2001 (MDA/2010/025)
Letter from Sir David Nicholson on the conclusions of an expert advisory group in PIP breast implants Download PIP Silicone Gel Breast Implants (PDF, 63K)…
The merger of 2 leading providers of hearing implants could lead to higher prices for the NHS, and reduced quality and slower innovation for UK patients who rely on these life-changing devices.
(All makes and models) premature failure of bioprosthetic heart valves if they are not properly washed or rinsed before implantation. (MDA/2009/032)
…. – risk of end cap separation after implantation.
Manufactured by Coloplast A/S – temporary suspension of the CE certificate due to particles found on some implantable devices made by their subcontractor Silimed lndustria de lmplantes Ltda - MDA/2015/036
This letter from Professor Sally Davies, Chief Medical Officer, explains about recommendation from the Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency on PIP breast implants.
(All manufacturers and models) There is a risk of electric shock for clinicians or mortuary personnel while they remove implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs). (MDA/2008/068)
(All) uncertain evidence that women with breast implants may have a very small but increased risk of anaplastic large cell lymphoma (ALCL) of the breast - none reported in the UK. (MDA/2011/017)
An interim report from the Scottish independent review of the use, safety and efficacy of transvaginal mesh implants.
The final report from the Scottish independent review of the use, safety and efficacy of transvaginal mesh implants.
Check pumps after MRI.
All healthcare professionals trained in inserting Implanon must make sure they are trained in using Nexplanon before the changeover.
(Sorin) Difference between predicted and actual pacemaker battery depletion characteristics. (MDA/2013/084)
Letter from the Chief Medical Officer regarding PIP breast implants. Download PIP Silicone Gel Breast Implants (PDF, 65K)…
Unknown risks following distribution of product after CE certificate withdrawal
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