Discussion on the Status Quo of Guiding Principles for Medical Device
Registration and Evaluation in China
Shang Hui, Li Yaohua (Center for Medical Device Evaluation, National Medical Products Administration, Beijing
100089, China)
Abstract Objective: The guiding principle for medical device registration and evaluation is an important
technical document for reviewers in China, which is a powerful tool for improving the quality of registration and
evaluation. To summarize the current status of guiding principles in China for the reference of medical device
related personnel.Methods: This article summarizes the number, coverage and current compilation status of
guiding principles in China, and analyzes the existing problems. Results and Conclusion: The compilation of
China's guiding principles needs to be considered in terms of quantity, quality, and product coverage to meet the
rapid development of China's medical device industry.
Keywords: medical device; guiding principles; technical evaluation; coverage