Issued2022-05-09

Machine Learning‑enabled Medical Devices – Key Terms and Definitions (AIMD WG)

GuidanceInternational

Summary

Defines core terms for ML‑enabled medical devices to promote consistent regulatory language and scope across jurisdictions.

Healthcare Implications

Enables consistent classification, documentation, and evaluation of machine learning-enabled medical devices across regulators and clinical users; often referenced by national guidances (e.g., Health Canada MLMD).

Impact Level

Medium

Keywords

Transparency & Governance; Clinical Quality & Efficacy; Safety & Risk

Stakeholders

Regulators & Government; Developers & Vendors; Providers & Health Systems