Recognized standard

11979-5 Third edition 2020-09

FDA recognition 10-119 · ISO · Ophthalmic

Key facts

Recognition number 10-119
Designation 11979-5 Third edition 2020-09
Title Ophthalmic implants - Intraocular Lenses - Part 5: Biocompatibility
Standards developer International Organization for Standardization
Specialty area Ophthalmic
Date of entry Dec 21, 2020
Device classes Class 3
Scope (excerpt) This document specifies particular requirements for the biocompatibility evaluation of materials for intraocular lenses (IOLs) including the processing conditions to produce them. These requirements include evaluation of physicochemical properties that are relevant to biocompatibility. It also gives…

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