Medical device alerts
Medical Devices Alerts (MDAs) are the prime means of communicating safety information to HSC organisations and the wider healthcare environment on medical devices. MDA’s are prepared by the MHRA and are distributed nationally with the same reference, content and format
About MDAs
An MDA may come about as a result investigation by any of the UK administrations where the manufacturer can not demonstrate they have taken appropriate action. Alternatively they can result through other information received by the MHRA from Competent Authorities around the world.
Medical Device Alerts are distributed to the HSC Board, HSC Trusts, and Agencies for direct action and for onward transmission were appropriate in accordance with local procedures. NIAIC arranges for the distribution to Primary Care Professionals.
Anyone accessing this information must bear in mind that this information is directed at health and social care professionals and has been prepared taking into account the specialist knowledge of these intended recipients. Members of the public should contact their GP, health advisor or NIAIC if the content of a notice causes personal concern.
Each alert is sent to HPSS organisations where action is required to be taken. Any member of the public requiring information on a particular notice is advised to contact their General Practitioner or NIAIC directly.
Subtopics
- Medical Device Alerts - MDA's - 2003 - 2012
- Medical Device Alerts - MDA's - 2013 - 2015
- Medical Device Alerts - MDA's - 2016 - 2017
- Medical Device Alerts - MDA's - 2018 - 2019
- Medical Device Alerts - MDA's - 2020
- Medical Device Alerts - MDA's - 2021
Other Safety Information
Disclaimer
Where documents on this page that have been produced by the MHRA, the UK Competent Authority for Medical Devices, the documents may contain references to legislation and statutory bodies applicable only in England. Northern Ireland readers should be aware that, while the intent of the guidance is applicable in Northern Ireland, they should refer to the appropriate legislation for the region.
NIAIC PUBLICATIONS
Original Reference |
Date of Creation or Last Update |
Document Name |
Link |
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DB (NI)2010-01 |
Feb 2015 |
Managing Medical Devices
This document updates and replaces DB(NI)2010/01 and all previous versions. |
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DB 2006-06 |
Mar 2020 |
Bed Rails – Management and Safe Use.
This document updates and replaces DB 2006/06 v2 and all previous versions. |
Bed rails: management and safe use. |
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DB 2006-03 |
Oct 2019 |
Blood Pressure Measurement Devices
This document updates and replaces DB 2006/03 v2 and all previous versions. |
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DB 2010-02 |
Dec 2013 |
In vitro Diagnostic Point-of-Care Test Devices
This document updates and replaces DB 2010/02 and all previous versions.
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DB 2008/03 |
Oct 2015 |
Lasers, intense light source systems and LEDs – guidance for safe use in medical, surgical, dental and aesthetic practices.
This document updates and replaces DB 2008/03 and all previous versions.
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DB 2006/04 |
Oct 2019 |
Single-use medical devices: implications and consequences of reuse
This document updates and replaces DB 2006/04 and all previous versions.
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Single-use medical devices: implications and consequences of reuse |
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DB 2000-03 |
Dec 2013 |
Blood pressure measurement devices
This document updates and replaces DB 2000-03 and all previous versions.
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