Postmarket Surveillance
/ˈpoʊstˌmɑrkɪt sɜrˈveɪləns/
Definitions
- (n.) The regulatory process of monitoring the safety and effectiveness of a medical device or drug after it has been released on the market.
The company implemented rigorous postmarket surveillance to identify any adverse effects of the new implant.
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- postmarket surveillance
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Commentary
Often mandated by governmental agencies, postmarket surveillance aims to detect risks not identified during premarket approval, emphasizing continuous product safety monitoring.
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