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Chuikyo OKs New Review Organs for Regenerative Medicines and Medical Devices under Senshin-Iryo System
The Central Social Insurance Medical Council, better known as Chuikyo, endorsed on October 22 the establishment of two new subcommittees dedicated to regenerative medicine and medical devices under a committee to review protocols for so-called senshin-iryo services. The creation of…
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