Medical Equipment Design

Does the major focus of medical device innovation seem geared toward a geriatric demographic? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is providing grants to stimulate unmet needs and drive greater development in pediatric device design. A lag in realization between child- and adult-centered devices is cited, possibly due to greater challenges posed by considering materials and design durability for patients who are still growing. Do you see a need for increased attention on pediatric medical products?

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