European Medical Device Technology, September 2010, Volume 1, No. 7


September 7th, 2010


This Issue's Articles
A Yen for Change
Burdensome regulations and an atavistic aversion to risk are partly responsible for the relative decline of Japan’s medtech industry.

ISO 11137: The Real Cost of Compliance
The requirement for full compliance with ISO 11137: 2006 has not been welcomed by some members of industry because of associated expenses. In fact, increased auditing should lead to quality improvements and cost reductions.

Using Ultrasound Technology to Improve Device Reliability
Acoustic micro imaging technology can identify latent defects in products during development and manufacture and prevent field failures.