FDA Seeks Public Input on AI Medical Devices That Can Change Their Answers

The FDA has released a discussion paper seeking public input on regulating generative AI in medical devices, focusing on how to address the variability and risks unique to AI-driven software over its product life cycle. The agency proposes a competency-based premarket evaluation inspired by doctor assessments and is inviting comments until October 19, signaling a move toward new regulatory approaches for AI in healthcare.

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