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Reporting Timeframes

Timeframesโ€‹

Event typeDeadline
Death or serious deterioration โ€” unexpected15 calendar days from awareness
Death or serious deterioration โ€” expected per risk management30 calendar days
Malfunction with potential for death/serious injury if recurring30 calendar days

When the clock startsโ€‹

The clock starts from the date the manufacturer or importer becomes aware of the event โ€” including from a complaint, a healthcare facility report, or any other source.

Initial vs follow-up reportsโ€‹

  • Initial report: submit within the timeframe with available information, even if investigation is incomplete
  • Follow-up report (์ˆ˜์ • ๋ณด๊ณ ): submit with final investigation findings