Post-Market Surveillance

/ˈpoʊst ˈmɑrkɪt ˌsɜːrvəˈleɪləns/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The legal and regulatory process of monitoring the safety, effectiveness, and compliance of a product after it has been released to the market.
    Post-market surveillance is essential to detect adverse effects that may not have been evident during clinical trials.

Forms

  • post-market surveillance

Commentary

This term is often applied in medical device and pharmaceutical law to ensure ongoing safety after market entry; clarity on jurisdiction-specific requirements is critical when drafting surveillance protocols.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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