Accessing the Medical Devices Market in Egypt and Saudi Arabia : A Systematic Review of Policies and Regulations

Gad, Mohamed ; Kriza, Christine ; Fidler, Armin ; Kolominsky-Rabas, Peter

Taylor and Francis

关键词: medical device;    medical technology;    market access;    health technology regulation;    health technology assessment;   

DOI  :  10.1080/17434440.2016.1195256

学科分类：社会科学、人文和艺术（综合）

来源: World Bank Open Knowledge Repository

【 摘 要 】

Despite the significant medical devices market size in Egypt and Saudi Arabia, information regarding policies and regulations for medical devices market access is highly deficient. The aim of this paper is to provide a systematic review on market access policies and regulations in both countries, to allow safe and timely access to medical technology. The following databases were searched: PubMed, Science Direct, Scopus, and Al Manhal Arabic database. Additionally, the web portals of regulatory authorities of both countries were searched. There are 34 records included in the qualitative synthesis of this review. Main findings include; adopted regulatory framework from reference countries, and interim main regulatory documents, In conclusion, the market access schemes are relatively structured. However, some recommendations are put forward to navigate towards a more comprehensive policy framework in both countries.