Active Implantable Medical Devices; Intended to Be Totally or Partially Introduced Into the Human Body

Active Implantable Medical Devices

Active Implantable Medical Devices are medical devices intended to be totally/partially introduced, surgically or medically, into the human body. For its functioning, such devices depend on electrical energy generated directly by the human body or gravity or any other power source.

An implantable medical device is a man-made implant that is introduced wholly or partially into the human body and intended to remain in place after the procedure. Active implantable medical gadgets (AIMDs) are used for a wide range of treatment in the health care industry.

The Active Implantable Medical Devices Market is anticipated to grow at a faster rate thanks to new product launches and technological advancements in the product arena.

AIMDs are used alone or in combination with other medical devices to support, modify, replace, or restore structures or biological functions to treat disease or injury. The most common examples of implantable medical devices are artificial joints, pacemakers, breast implants, intraocular lenses, cochlear implants, intrauterine contraceptive device, and other cardiac implants.

Actively operated implantable medical devices such as the pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillator (ICD), and cochlear implants are perfectly sealed by biocompatible materials. Active Implantable Medical Devices are intended to remain in the body for extended periods, they are subject to strict standards and requirements to protect the health and safety of patients.

Active implantable medical gadgets and their accessories are classified as Class III, and thus, subject to the most rigorous regulatory controls. Class III devices sustain or support life, are implanted, or present potential unreasonable risk of illness or injury. Examples include implantable pacemakers and breast implants. Thus, there is an increase in demand for AIMDs.

Over the years, implantable medical devices have been advanced through developments in science & engineering, especially in microelectronics, biotechnology, and materials. The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA), Japan approved more than 1,119 medical devices in 2020. The PMDA functions as the regulatory agency for pharmaceutical products and medical devices, and works together with the health ministry in Japan.