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What Is ISO 13485? QMSR 2026 Compliance Guide for Medical Devices
ISO 13485 is the international QMS standard for medical devices. In the U.S., FDA’s QMSR takes effect Feb 2, 2026 , incorporating ISO...
Jul 8, 20256 min read


What Is Substantial Equivalence (SE) in FDA 510(k)? Definition & Criteria
In 510(k) , substantial equivalence (SE) means your device has the same intended use as a predicate and either the same tech...
Jul 4, 20256 min read


What Is an RTA Hold? FDA 510(k) Acceptance Review (2025 Guide)
An RTA hold happens when a 510(k) fails FDA’s acceptance review and is not accepted for substantive review; you then have 180 days...
Jul 4, 20256 min read


What Is FDA's eSTAR? Electronic Submission Template Guide 2025
eSTAR is FDA’s interactive PDF template that structures medical-device submissions in the same layout reviewers use, with built-in...
Jul 3, 20257 min read


What Is an FDA Pre-Submission (Q-Sub)? Complete 2025 Guide
An FDA Pre-Submission (Q-Sub) is a voluntary way to get FDA feedback—by written response and/or a meeting—before or during an IDE,...
Jul 2, 20258 min read


Humanitarian Device Exemption (HDE): 2025 FDA Guide
An HDE is a marketing application for a Humanitarian Use Device (HUD) —a device intended to treat/diagnose a condition that affects or...
Jul 1, 20257 min read
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