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EMA vs NHRA: Medical Device Regulatory Comparison

Compare the medical device registration pathways, classification, and regulatory requirements of EMA (European Union) vs NHRA (Bahrain).

EMA

European Medicines Agency

European Union

The EMA coordinates the EU regulatory framework for medical devices under EU MDR 2017/745 and IVDR 2017/746. While Notified Bodies conduct conformity assessments, the EMA and European Commission set p

CLASSES

Class I, IIa, IIb, III

PATHWAY

CE marking via Notified Body

KEY FUNCTIONS
  • EU MDR / IVDR framework coordination
  • EUDAMED database oversight
  • Notified Body designation support
  • CE marking pathway
  • Vigilance and post-market surveillance

NHRA

NHRA — Bahrain Medical Device Regulatory Authority

Bahrain

NHRA is the national regulatory authority responsible for medical device oversight in Bahrain. It manages device registration, market surveillance, and adverse event reporting within the Middle East r

CLASSES

Class A, B, C, D

PATHWAY

NHRA registration

KEY FUNCTIONS
  • Device registration
  • Market surveillance
  • Adverse event reporting
  • Import/export control

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