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Medical device shelf life

Discussion in 'US Medical Device Regulations' started by Sing Wee, May 16, 2016.

  1. Sing Wee

    Sing Wee Member

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    Dear all,

    May I know that if the implantable (for 1 year) class III device shelf life is last date, can I still use the device at the last date of shelf life ?

    Thanks

    Regards
    Lim Sing Wee
     
    Sing Wee, May 16, 2016
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  2. Vintage Goose

    Vintage Goose Active Member

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    Hi, Typically, yes, you should be able to use a device through to the last date of the shelf-life. However, I would recommend carefully reading the IFU for any exclusions and also checking that the device has been stored in accordance with the IFU.
     
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  3. Zara Joyce

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    Yes off course. You can use it as long as it is working fine regardless of its self life expiration.
     
    Zara Joyce, May 9, 2017
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