Regulatory frameworks for mobile medical applications. (May 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Censi, Federica; Mattei, Eugenio; Triventi, Michele; Calcagnini, Giovanni
• Is Part Of: Expert review of medical devices. Volume 12:Number 3(2015)
• Page Start: 273
• Page End: 278
• Publication Date: 2015-05
• Subjects: Medical instruments and apparatus -- Periodicals; 610.28
• DOI: 10.1586/17434440.2015.1007125
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1743-4440

Abstract

<abstract> <title> <x xml:space="preserve">Abstract</x> </title> <p>A mobile application (app) is a software program that runs on mobile communication devices such as a smartphone. The concept of a mobile medical app has gained popularity and diffusion but its reference regulatory context has raised discussion and concerns. Theoretically, a mobile app can be developed and uploaded easily by any person or entity. Thus, if an app can have some effects on the health of the users, it is mandatory to identify its reference regulatory context and the applicable prescriptions.</p> </abstract>