TEAM-NB Updates Code of Conduct for Notified Bodies (Version 5.2 – April 2026)
TEAM-NB releases Code of Conduct v5.2 for MDR/IVDR Notified Bodies. Discover key changes and how they impact medical device manufacturers.
Team-NB Releases Updated Best Practice Guidance on MDR Technical Documentation (Version 4)
Team-NB releases Version 4 guidance on MDR technical documentation. Key requirements, common pitfalls, and implications for medical device manufacturers.
MDCG Publishes Revision 2 of EMDN Guidance (MDCG 2021-12 Rev.2)
MDCG publishes Revision 2 of EMDN guidance, clarifying code assignment, updates, and EUDAMED requirements under MDR and IVDR.
MHRA Issues Updated Guidance on Submitting Clinical Investigation Proposals
MHRA releases new 2026 guidance on clinical investigation submissions via IRAS. Key requirements, timelines, and implications for manufacturers.
European Commission Expands List of Class IIb Implantable Devices Exempt from Individual Technical Documentation Assessment
The European Commission expands the list of Class IIb implantable devices exempt from individual technical documentation assessment under MDR Article 52(4).
Team-NB Publishes New Position Paper on Safety and Performance of Reagent Devices Used in Combination
New Team-NB position paper clarifies IVDR expectations for safety, risk assessment and performance evaluation of reagent devices used in combination.
MHRA Updates Guidance on Clinical Investigations – What Manufacturers Need to Know
The MHRA has released updated guidance for clinical investigations of medical devices in the UK, outlining new requirements for manufacturers, including application validation, safety reporting, UKCA/CE/CE UKNI considerations, and updated processes for studies in Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Medical device manufacturers must review these regulatory changes to maintain compliance, ensure timely clinical investigation approvals, and prepare robust technical documentation aligned with UK and EU regulatory frameworks.
MedTech Europe Publishes Practical Guide for Using the European Medical Device Nomenclature (EMDN)
MedTech Europe 's new practical guide to the European Medical Device Nomenclature (EMDN) provides key guidance for medical device manufacturers and IVDs. The correct assignment of EMDN codes is mandatory for registering devices with EUDAMED and for demonstrating compliance with the MDR and IVDR.
Team NB Publishes New Good Practice Guide for the Submission of Technical Documentation under the MDR
The new version of Team NB's good practice guide for submitting technical documentation under Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR) provides clear guidance for medical device manufacturers. The document addresses the structuring of dossiers, the consistency of data, common mistakes to avoid and the importance of effective communication with Notified Bodies.
Team-NB Publishes Report on MDR Technical Documentation Training
Team-NB has released a report on technical documentation training in the context of MDR 2017/745, which is essential for medical device manufacturers. The data shows that only 50% of SMEs have submitted a technical dossier, while 54% of large companies have already updated at least half of their documentation. The report highlights the need for continued support for small and medium-sized enterprises.