REGULATORY

Chuikyo OKs New Review Organs for Regenerative Medicines and Medical Devices under Senshin-Iryo System

October 24, 2014
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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