What Does SMDA Stand For?
SMDA stands for Safe Medical Devices Act Of 1990
The Safe Medical Devices Act of 1990 (SMDA) is a pivotal piece of legislation in the United States that enhances the regulation of medical devices to ensure their safety and effectiveness. The act grants the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) increased authority to regulate medical devices, including the ability to enact premarket approval processes, post-market surveillance, and reporting requirements for device-related adverse events. It aims to protect public health by improving the quality of medical devices and streamlining the approval process while ensuring rigorous oversight.
Added on 27th September 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym