Lessons from global materiovigilance systems: What India can learn?

Abstract

Medical devices are indispensable in modern healthcare, playing a crucial role in diagnosing, treating, and managing various medical conditions. While these devices offer significant benefits, they also pose potential risks due to defects, malfunctions, or adverse events, which can lead to serious patient harm. To mitigate these risks, materiovigilance - the systematic monitoring, detection, assessment, and prevention of adverse events related to medical devices - is essential for ensuring their