Clinical Trials for Software as a Medical Device (SaMD)

Navigate Clinical and Regulatory Complexities of SaMD with Confidence

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What is SaMD?

Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) refers to software intended for medical use without being part of a physical hardware medical device. Examples include:

  • AI algorithms that assist in diagnosis or detection (e.g., radiology, dermatology, oncology)
  • Digital therapeutics for mental health or chronic conditions
  • Predictive analytics tools for hospital readmission or treatment response
  • Mobile health (mHealth) apps with regulated functionality

To meet global regulatory requirements, SaMD must demonstrate clinical safety, effectiveness, and performance in real-world use.

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Our SaMD Clinical Trial Services

Regulatory Classification & Strategy

  • Determine SaMD regulatory classification and submission pathway (e.g., 510(k), De Novo, PMA)
  • Identify needs for Pre-Cert, Q-Sub, or Breakthrough Device Designation
  • Develop multijurisdictional regulatory roadmap

Clinical Protocol Design

  • Tailor clinical investigation plans to software endpoints
  • Define accuracy, sensitivity, specificity, and usability outcomes
  • Address real-world data (RWD) and real-world evidence (RWE) strategy

Technical & Algorithm Support

  • Validate AI/ML model performance and bias mitigation
  • Define algorithm change management strategy
  • Address cybersecurity, interoperability, and data integrity

Study Operations & Execution

  • Conduct feasibility, site selection, and onboarding
  • Manage data flow, monitoring, and adherence in software trials
  • Capture usability feedback from patients and providers

Data Analysis & Regulatory Reporting

  • Perform statistical analysis of software performance
  • Prepare CSRs, validation reports, and labeling evidence
  • Integrate data into regulatory submissions

Why Choose dicentra?

  • Deep experience with AI, digital health, and software-based diagnostics
  • Regulatory and clinical teams under one roof
  • Proven success with SaMD and digital health submissions
  • Global execution and multi-region regulatory expertise

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