Recognized standard

18562-1 Second edition 2024-03

FDA recognition 1-173 · ISO · Anesthesiology

Key facts

Recognition number 1-173
Designation 18562-1 Second edition 2024-03
Title Biocompatibility evaluation of breathing gas pathways in healthcare applications - Part 1: Evaluation and testing within a risk management process
Standards developer International Organization for Standardization
Specialty area Anesthesiology
Date of entry May 29, 2024
Device classes Class 2, Class 1
Scope (excerpt) This document specifies: - the general principles governing the biological evaluation within a risk management process of the gas pathways of a medical device, its parts or accessories, which are intended to provide respiratory care or supply substances via the respiratory tract to a patient in all…

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