Post-Market Surveillance

Post-Market Surveillance (PMS) refers to the ongoing monitoring of products, especially medical devices and pharmaceuticals, after they have been approved for public use. Its purpose is to identify any potential safety issues, effectiveness concerns, or unexpected side effects that may arise once a product is on the market. This can involve collecting data from users, analyzing reports of adverse events, and reviewing product performance. By doing so, regulatory agencies can take necessary actions, such as issuing warnings, updating usage guidelines, or removing unsafe products, to protect public health and ensure that products continue to meet safety standards.