SaMD is software used for treatment, diagnosis and prevention of disease. This flow chart describes development and regulatory application processes in Japan.

SaMD classification and regulatory pathways in Japan

*Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency

✓The need of clinical data greatly affects the time/budget required for development.
✓Micron can propose the optimal and shortest process.

Micron offers a full range of services for obtaining certification/approval of SaMD, including consultation, study planning and operation, and handling of PMDA approval applications.
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This article was written on 27 Jun 2022.

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