Risk Management Record

Stats

62
Total Risks
Total number of identified risks
100%
Completion Rate
Percentage of risks with complete controls
73%
Average RPN Reduction
From 11 to 3
13
Unique PRS Codes
Product requirement specifications referenced
0
Critical Tasks
Usability risks with critical tasks
8/8
Cyber Risks Complete
With threat model references

Risk Type Distribution

Usability
15 (24%)
Cybersecurity
8 (13%)
Product
29 (47%)
Regulatory
30 (48%)
Artificial Intelligence
5 (8%)

Top 5 Most Common Harms

1.
Misdiagnosis; delay in diagnosis/patient's follow up/treatment
7 occurrences
2.
This could lead to misdiagnosis; delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.
5 occurrences
3.
Misdiagnosis; delays in proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.
5 occurrences
4.
Misdiagnosis; delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.
4 occurrences
5.
Delays in patient diagnosis and poorer treatment follow-up.
4 occurrences

RPN Distribution (Controlled)

Acceptable (≤5)54 risks
AFAP (6-12)8 risks
Not Acceptable (+12)0 risks

Control Options Usage

A - Inherently safe design52 risks
B - Protective measures18 risks
C - Information/training34 risks

Risks

(62)
ID?
Stable unique identifier in the format "R-XXX" (letter R, dash, three alphanumeric characters). Persist this across revisions to preserve traceability and version history.
Hazard or Use Error?
Hazard or Use Error. A hazard is a potential source of harm (ISO 14971). A use error is an act or an omission by the user that causes a device response different from the one intended by the manufacturer or expected by the user (IEC 62366-1). Use the term that fits the risk's context.
Type?
One or more lenses that apply to this risk: Usability (human factors), Cybersecurity, Product (device safety), Regulatory, Artificial Intelligence. Select multiple when the risk cuts across lenses.
Hazardous Situation or Vulnerability?
If Type includes Cybersecurity, record the specific vulnerability that an attacker can exploit. Otherwise, record the hazardous situation, which is the circumstance that exposes people, property, or the environment to one or more hazards (ISO 14971).
Foreseeable sequence of events?
Foreseeable sequence of events. List the ordered, realistic steps—including reasonably foreseeable misuse—that can lead from the initiator to a hazardous situation and then to harm (ISO 14971).
Harm?
Potential injury or damage to health, or damage to property or the environment (ISO 14971). For AI‑related risks, also consider impacts on fundamental rights such as discrimination or undue bias when applicable (EU AI Act).
Risk or Threat?
Concise statement of the risk or the threat scenario. For risks in the ISO 14971 sense, think "combination of the probability of occurrence of harm and the severity of that harm." For cybersecurity, frame as "adversary capability exploiting a vulnerability leads to impact."
Security (CIAA)?
Security properties affected: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability, and Authenticity (CIAA). Required when Type includes Cybersecurity.
User group?
Intended user group for usability risks. Examples: Healthcare Professional (HCP) or Information Technology Professional (ITP). Optional for other risk types.
User task?
Specific task from the validated use scenarios that the user is performing when the risk can occur. Required for usability risks.
Cause Requirement(s)?
Requirement codes (PRS-*) whose absence, defect, or violation could plausibly cause or contribute to the sequence of events.
Affected Asset, Part or People?
Assets, components, users, patients, or organizations that are impacted by the risk. Examples: patient, device, integration, managing organization, data set.
Likelihood (Initial)?
Initial likelihood rating from 1 to 5. Interpret as the estimated probability that the hazardous situation will lead to harm before any controls. For cybersecurity, interpret as exploitability given exposure and attack preconditions.
Severity (Initial)?
Initial severity rating from 1 to 5. Interpret as the magnitude of the foreseeable harm outcome before any controls.
RPN (Initial)?
Initial Risk Priority Number from 1 to 25, calculated as Severity (Initial) multiplied by Likelihood (Initial). Use for prioritization; it does not replace ISO 14971 risk‑acceptability criteria.
Control Opt (ABC)?
Chosen risk control option or options in the ISO 14971 priority order: A. Inherently safe design and construction; B. Protective measures in the device or in the manufacturing process; C. Information for safety and, when appropriate, training to users.
Implemented mitigation measures?
Implemented risk control measures and safeguards: design features, protective mechanisms, procedures, information for safety, training, and technical security controls.
Mitigation or Control Requirement(s)?
Requirement codes (PRS-*) that implement the selected risk control measures to maintain full traceability.
Responsible?
Role accountable for planning, implementing, and verifying the risk control measures.
Verification of implementation of risk control measures?
Objective evidence that risk control measures have been implemented as specified. Examples: test protocols and reports, design reviews, configuration and release records.
Severity (Controlled)?
Controlled severity rating from 1 to 5 after controls. Severity often remains unchanged unless the control reduces the potential magnitude of harm.
Likelihood (Controlled)?
Controlled likelihood rating from 1 to 5 after controls. For cybersecurity, reflect the residual exploitability after mitigations.
RPN (Controlled)?
Controlled Risk Priority Number from 1 to 25, calculated as Severity (Controlled) multiplied by Likelihood (Controlled).
Residual risk evaluation?
Residual risk band derived from the controlled RPN. 1 to 5: Acceptable. 6 to 12: As far as possible. 13 to 25: Not acceptable.
Verification of effectiveness of risk control measures?
Objective evidence that risk control measures are effective in reducing risk in the intended context. Examples: usability validation per IEC 62366‑1, clinical evaluation where applicable, cybersecurity verification and validation, penetration testing.
Benefit-risk analysis?
Benefit–risk analysis rationale. Required when the residual risk band is As far as possible or Not acceptable. Summarize the clinical or organizational benefits that outweigh the residual risk and explain why further risk reduction is not reasonably practicable.
Risks arise from risk control measures??
Indicate whether the implemented controls introduce new hazards, hazardous situations, vulnerabilities, or use errors. If yes, create linked risk rows and evaluate them.
Is risk control complete??
Confirm that all planned risk control measures have been implemented, verified, and shown effective, and that any secondary risks have been addressed.
Overall residual risk acceptability?
Overall residual risk acceptability. Record the management decision per the risk management plan's criteria, including any aggregated considerations and disclosure of residual risk. This is not derived solely from row completion.
Threat Model Ref(s)?
References to the relevant threat‑model elements for cybersecurity risks. Examples: STRIDE items, attack trees, misuse cases, architecture nodes.
Post-Market Plan Ref(s)?
References to production and post‑production monitoring activities that will detect, trend, or respond to this risk after release. Examples: human‑factors postmarket follow‑up, field security monitoring, incident response, complaint trending.
R-2TPThe endpoints of the device are not compatible with the user's software
⚙️ Product
The care provider's IT personnel must develop custom code, which in some cases may not be viable.
  1. ITPs start the integration of the device into the healthcare organisation's system
  2. Communication between the healthcare system and the device's API fails, leading to the inability to send or receive data correctly
  3. The ITP spends significant time troubleshooting and trying to resolve the compatibility issue
  4. Due to the compatibility problem, the integration process takes longer than expected, delaying the device's deployment
  5. HCPs do not receive the device's outputs in their expected format or within the system workflow, affecting their ability to access the device outputs in a timely manner
Delays in patient diagnosis and/or treatment follow up.; User frustrationThe name of the endpoints of the device do not follow a standard
IntegrityAvailability
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJ
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
AC

The endpoints of the device follow HL7's FHIR interoperability standard and information in Instructions for Use

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-9F2
Technical director

Process for verification is defined in GP-012 Design, redesign and development. In addition, IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 to ensure that they include the information (TEST_011_We facilitate the integration of the device into the users' system).

HL7's FHIR standard compliance is verified at the TEST_013_The data that users send and receive follows the FHIR healthcare interoperability standard.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
T-024-006-API-002T-024-006-API-004
T-024-007-DEP-002T-024-007-INT-002
R-A96Incompatibility in classification systems
⚙️ Product
Mismatch between the name or code of the ICD class of the medical device and the ones used by the healthcare provider's software
  1. The ITP integrates the device, but the system uses a different or incompatible classification system
  2. The outputs from the device do not correctly map to the healthcare organisation's classification system
  3. HCPs receive diagnostic outputs that are misclassified, incomplete, or inconsistent with their healthcare system's terminology or standards
Misdiagnosis; User frustrationThe name of the endpoints of the device do not follow a standard
PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-8QJPRS-9J5
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
AC

The endpoints of the device follow ICD-9, ICD-10 and ICD-11, and they are also mapped to the output

PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-8QJPRS-9J5
Technical director

Verification of REQ_004 is recorded in the TEST_004_The user receives an interpretative distribution representation of possible ICD categories represented in the pixels of the image.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (section: Valid clinical association of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) classes)

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-HBDMisrepresentation of magnitude returned by the device
🤳 Usability⚙️ Product
The care provider's system represent a value as if was representing a different magnitude.
  1. The device analyses an image of the skin structure and provides the outputs to HCPs
  2. Due to a software bug, data formatting issue, or improper interpretation by the healthcare system, the magnitude is incorrectly represented in the output
Misdiagnosis; delay in diagnosis/patient's follow up/treatmentThe name of the endpoints of the device do not follow a standard
👨‍💻ITP
Use a stable internet connection
PRS-1XUPRS-5LJ
Managing Organisation339⚠️
AC

The endpoints of the device follow HL7's FHIR interoperability standard and we developed a integration manual within the IFU that explains the values, as well as a Swagger documentation

PRS-1XUPRS-5LJ
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

HL7's FHIR standard compliance is verified at the TEST_013_The data that users send and receive follows the FHIR healthcare interoperability standard.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-BDRMisinterpretation of data returned by the device
⚙️ Product
The care provider's system represent a value as if was representing a different clinical endpoint.
  1. ITP implements the device into the system
  2. The device processes an image of the skin structure and provides ooutputs
  3. The representation of the device outputs made by the ITP is not easily understandable or lacks clear interpretation guidance for HCPs
This could lead to misdiagnosis; delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.The name of the endpoints of the device do not follow a standard
PRS-1XUPRS-5LJ
Managing Organisation5315⛔️
C

The endpoints of the device follow HL7's FHIR interoperability standard and we developed a integration manual within the IFU that explains the values, as well as a Swagger documentation

We define the minimum user interface requirements to show the medical device outputs to HCPs

Minimum user interface requirements are provided in the IFU

PRS-1XUPRS-5LJ
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

HL7's FHIR standard compliance is verified at the TEST_013_The data that users send and receive follows the FHIR healthcare interoperability standard.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-75HIncorrect clinical information
⚙️ Product
The care provider receives into their system data that is erroneous
  1. The device processes an image of the skin structure
  2. Due to a software malfunction, algorithmic error, data corruption, or integration issue, the device outputs incorrect clinical information
  3. The HCP, unaware of the malfunction, relies on the device output
This could lead to misdiagnosis; delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.The interpretive distribution assigns a low probability to the correct ICD class among the potential ICD classes.
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-8QJ
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
AC

Information about device outputs are detailed in the IFU.

The medical device returns metadata about the output that helps supervising it, such as explainability media and other metrics.

AI models undergo retraining using expanded dataset of images.

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-8QJ
Technical director

Process for verification is defined in GP-012 Design, redesign and development.

We specify in the intended purpose of the device that is a support tool, not a diagnosis one, meaning that it must always be used under the supervision of HCPs, who should confirm or validate the output of the device considering the medical history of the patient, and other possible sympthoms they could be suffering, especially those that are not visible or have not been supplied to the device (TEST_011).

Verification of the implementation of metadata about the output of the device to help supervising the output: TEST_001, TEST_002, TEST_003

326⚠️⚠️As far as possible

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (sections: Instructions for Use, Associated Design Product Requirement, Clinical performance)

Benefits outweigh the risksFALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-DAGIncorrect diagnosis or follow up
🤳 Usability🏛️ Regulatory
The medical device outputs a wrong result
  1. The device processes an image of the skin structure
  2. Due to a software malfunction, algorithmic error, data corruption, or integration issue, the device outputs incorrect clinical information
  3. The HCP, unaware of the malfunction, relies on the device output
This could lead to misdiagnosis; delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.The interpretive distribution assigns a low probability to the correct ICD class among the potential ICD classes.
👩‍⚕️HCP
User logs into the system.
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-8QJPRS-9J5
Patient4312⚠️
AC

Information about device outputs are detailed in the IFU.

The medical device returns metadata about the output that helps supervising it, such as explainability media and other metrics.

The device returns an interpretative distribution representation of possible ICD categories, not just one single condition.

AI models undergo retraining using expanded dataset of images.

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-8QJPRS-9J5
Technical director

Process for verification is defined in GP-012 Design, redesign and development.

Implementation of device output information in the IFU verified in TEST_011.

Verification of the implementation of metadata about the output of the device to help supervising the output: TEST_001, TEST_002, TEST_003.

Verification of the implementation of interpretative distribution representation of possible ICD categories verified in TEST_004.

326⚠️⚠️As far as possible

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (sections: Instructions for Use, Associated Design Product Requirement, Valid clinical association of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) classes, Clinical performance)

Benefits outweigh the risksFALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-SKKIncorrect results shown to patient
🤳 Usability🔐 Cybersecurity🏛️ Regulatory🧠 Artificial Intelligence
The patient see erroneous results.
  1. The device processes an image of the skin structure
  2. Due to a software malfunction, algorithmic error, data corruption, or integration issue, the device outputs incorrect clinical information
  3. The HCP, unaware of the malfunction, relies on the device output
The patient is affected and may suffer anxiety or delays visiting the HCP and their consequent treatment; worsening their health status.The interpretive distribution assigns a low probability to the correct ICD class among the potential ICD classes.,Patient is using the device without the HCP monitoring
IntegrityAvailability
👩‍⚕️HCP
User takes a photo of the patient's lesion.
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-4QWPRS-5LJPRS-8QJPRS-9J5
Patient4312⚠️
AC

Information about device outputs are detailed in the IFU.

The medical device returns metadata about the output that helps supervising it, such as explainability media and other metrics.

The device returns an interpretative distribution representation of possible ICD categories, not just one single condition.

AI models undergo retarining using expanded dataset of images.

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-4QWPRS-5LJPRS-8QJPRS-9J5
Technical director

Process for verification is defined in GP-012 Design, redesign and development.

Implementation of device output information in the IFU verified in TEST_011.

Verification of the implementation of metadata about the output of the device to help supervising the output: TEST_001, TEST_002, TEST_003.

Verification of the implementation of interpretative distribution representation of possible ICD categories verified in TEST_004.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (sections: Instructions for Use, Associated Design Product Requirement, Valid clinical association of the International Classification of Diseases (ICD) classes, Clinical performance)

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
T-024-006-AML-001T-024-006-DAT-002
T-024-007-AUD-001T-024-007-CVE-002
R-D1IUnauthorized patient access to clinical data
⚙️ Product🔐 Cybersecurity
The patient somehow manages to get access to the clinical endpoints of the device.
  1. The user takes a picture
  2. The photo is given to the medical device.
  3. The device outputs clinical data to aid the doctor in their diagnostic process.
The patient is affected and may suffer anxiety or delays visiting the HCP and their consequent treatment; worsening their health status.The medical device is hacked and a patient access to inaccesible data.
ConfidentialityAuthenticity
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2KQPRS-3YHPRS-4QWPRS-5LJPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Patient339⚠️
AB

State-of-the-art security measures to avoid unauthorized access to data, malignant uses and hacking, and information about authentication process for users are available in IFU

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2KQPRS-3YHPRS-4QWPRS-5LJPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Technical director

TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly, TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS, TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API, TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (sections: Associated Design Verification Test, Requirement on devices that incorporate software or for software that are devices in themselves (GSPR 17.2), Instructions for Use)

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
T-024-006-AUT-001T-024-006-AUT-003
T-024-007-VUL-001T-024-007-VUL-003
R-AGQImage artefacts or poor resolution
⚙️ Product
The medical device receives an input that does not have sufficient quality in a way that affects its performance
  1. An image of the skin structure is captured and submitted to the device for analysis
  2. Due to issues such as poor lighting, camera quality, motion blur, or external factors (e.g., dirt, reflections), the image contains artefacts or is of low resolution, compromising the clarity of the skin structure
  3. The device processes the flawed image, but the artefacts or low resolution negatively impact the accuracy of its analysis.
Misdiagnosis; delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Improper image acquisition, poor image capture conditions,Inadequate image processing algorithms
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-7XK
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
AC

A requirement of the device defines the creation of a processor whose purpose is to ensure that the image have enough quality. In other words, an algorithm, similar to the ones used to classify diseases, is used to check the validity of the image and provides an image quality score.

The device returns meaningful messages to the users about the quality score of the images. This allows care providers to re-take a photo.

The IFU contain the `How to take pictures` section with recommendation on how to take pictures with high quality.

We also offer training to the users to optimize the imaging process so that it is optimal for the device's operation.

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-7XKPRS-9F2
Technical director

Verification is defined in:

TEST_009_Notify the user if the quality of the image is insufficient,

TEST_007_If something does not work, the API returns meaningful information about the error,

TEST_011_We facilitate the integration of the device into the users' system

R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation

326⚠️⚠️As far as possible

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (sections: Associated Design Product Requirement, Associated Design Verification Test, Clinical performance)

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Benefits outweigh the risksFALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-E7ZInaccessible skin areas
🤳 Usability
The device cannot analyse certain skin areas
  1. The HCP or the patient attempts to capture an image of the patient's skin to analyze potential conditions
  2. Certain areas of the skin (e.g., underarm, groin, scalp, or other folds) are difficult to access or visualize due to their location or the patient's body position
  3. The device analyses images with poor quality or not containing enough details of the skin abnormality intended to be captured
  4. The HCP relies on the available analysis results from accessible areas
Misdiagnosis; delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Inability to access or take a picture of the skin structure due to its location in an unreachable body site and lack of aid in the process
👩‍⚕️HCP
User takes a photo of the patient's lesion.
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-7XK
Patient339⚠️
AC

A requirement of the device defines the creation of a processor whose purpose is to ensure that the image have enough quality. In other words, an algorithm, similar to the ones used to classify diseases, is used to check the validity of the image and provides an image quality score.

The device returns meaningful messages to the users about the quality score of the images. This allows care providers to re-take a photo.

The IFU contain the `How to take pictures` section with recommendation on how to take pictures with high quality plus in the Contraindications section of the IFU we state the following: We advise the user not to use the device if skin structures are not accessible by a camera, such as being located in a skin fold or is otherwise covered.

We also offer training to the users to optimize the imaging process so that it is optimal for the device's operation.

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-7XKPRS-9F2
Technical director

TEST_009_Notify the user if the quality of the image is insufficient

TEST_007_If something does not work, the API returns meaningful information about the error

TEST_011_We facilitate the integration of the device into the users' system

R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (sections: Associated Design Product Requirement, Associated Design Verification Test, Clinical performance)

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-T8QData transmission failure from healthcare provider's system
⚙️ Product
The healthcare provider's system cannot connect to the medical device
  1. The healthcare provider contracts the medical device
  2. An API token is delivered to the ITP
  3. ITP develops a code snippet to send data
  4. The medical device does not receive information
Delays in patient diagnosis and poorer treatment follow-up.Error in the API token or the authentication process, connectivity problems, firewall, incompatibility between systems
PRS-1V6PRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
AB

State-of-the-art techniques of security and software availability.

The device returns meaningful messages about the error

PRS-1V6PRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Technical director

API REST connection performance and security verification is recorded in TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly, TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS, TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API, TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

TEST_007 verifies REQ_007

326⚠️⚠️As far as possible

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Benefits outweigh the risksFALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-3N5Data input failure
⚙️ Product
The medical device cannot receive data from healthcare providers' system
  1. The healthcare provider contracts the medical device
  2. An API token is delivered to the ITP
  3. ITP develops a code snippet to send data
  4. The medical device does not receive information
Delays in patient diagnosis and poorer treatment follow-up.Error in the API token or the authentication process, connectivity problems, firewall, incompatibility between systems, interface issues
PRS-1V6PRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Manufacturer4312⚠️
AB

State-of-the-art techniques of security and software availability.

The device returns meaningful messages about the error

PRS-1V6PRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Technical director

API REST connection performance and security verification is recorded in TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly, TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS, TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API, TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

TEST_007 verifies REQ_007

326⚠️⚠️As far as possible

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Benefits outweigh the risksFALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-YF4Data accessibility failure
⚙️ Product
The healthcare provider cannot receive data from the medical device
  1. The healthcare provider contracts the medical device
  2. An API token is delivered to the ITP
  3. ITP integrates the device into the system
  4. The device processes images and generates analysis
  5. The system fails to provide access to the data due to issues such as network outages, software malfunctions, or user permission errors
Delays in patient diagnosis and poorer treatment follow-up.Error in the API token or the authentication process, connectivity problems, firewall
PRS-1V6PRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
AB

State-of-the-art techniques of security and software availability.

The device returns meaningful messages about the error

PRS-1V6PRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Technical director

API REST connection performance and security verification is recorded in TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly, TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS, TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API, TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

TEST_007 verifies REQ_007

326⚠️⚠️As far as possible

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Benefits outweigh the risksFALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-LRPData transmission failure
⚙️ Product
The medical device cannot send data to healthcare providers
  1. The device processes images and generates analysis results that need to be transmitted to the healthcare provider's system
  2. Due to various issues (e.g., network instability, system malfunctions, or incorrect configurations), the data fails to transmit successfully
  3. The system may not provide adequate feedback or notifications regarding the failure of the data transmission
  4. HCP may proceed with clinical decisions based on outdated or insufficient information
Delays in patient diagnosis; inaccurate clinical decision; poorer treatment follow-up.Poor connectivity, firewall restriction, server issues, incompatibility between systems, improper configuration, improperly formatted data
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-4QWPRS-5LJPRS-9F2
Manufacturer4312⚠️
AB

State-of-the-art techniques of security and software availability

The device returns meaningful messages about the error

The endpoints of the device follow HL7's FHIR interoperability standard

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-4QWPRS-5LJPRS-9F2
Technical director

API REST connection performance and security verification is recorded in TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly, TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS, TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API, TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

TEST_007 verifies REQ_007

TEST_013 verifies REQ_006

326⚠️⚠️As far as possible

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Benefits outweigh the risksFALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-MWDInterruption of service
⚙️ Product
The device or the healthcare system experiences an unexpected interruption in service leading to inability to use the device
  1. The healthcare provider contracts the medical device
  2. The medical device is integrated to the system
  3. The device and healthcare system operate as intended
  4. An unexpected event occurs, such as a system outage, server failure, or software crash, leading to a complete or partial interruption of service
  5. ITP is unable to access the device's outputs
  6. HCP cannot obtain the data they need
Delays in patient diagnosis and poorer treatment follow-up.Server overload, connectivity problems, software bugs, incorrect system configurations
PRS-1V6PRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
AB

The deployment of the medical devices uses elastic demand design. The medical device makes constant backups. State-of-the-art techniques of security and software availability.

Due to the inherent features of the REST protocol, when a user send a request and the device is down, the device returns a specific code informing of the state of the device, including downtime. This means that the user will be automatically aware of downtime, as well as any other states.

PRS-1V6PRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Technical director

API REST connection performance and security verification is recorded in TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly, TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS, TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API, TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

TEST_007 verifies REQ_007

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-TLMAn organisation that is not a licensed healthcare provider gets access to the device
🏛️ Regulatory
Improper use of the device and improper use of the outputs of the device
  1. A company who is not a licensed healthcare provider (or a non-licensed care provider) contacts us
  2. The company contracts the medical device
  3. The medical device is integrated to their system
  4. They are using the medical device under its normal condition of use
Misdiagnosis; delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status; data privacy breachesMiscommunication about the medical device-nature of the product, inconsistent licensing checks, weak authentication measures, cybersecurity breaches
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2KQPRS-3YHPRS-4QWPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Manufacturer339⚠️
AC

The contracting process includes a contract in which the customer declares they are a healthcare provider

Instructions for use explain the intended users of the medical device and security requirements and recommendations

Stringent security measures:

- implementation of a robust authentication mechanisms such as OAuth or JWT to ensure that only authorized users can access the API. Role-based access control further restricts user privileges, enhancing data security;

- implementation of data encryption: all data transmitted between the user and the API is encrypted using industry-standard encryption protocols, such as SSL/TLS, to protect against eavesdropping and data breaches

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2KQPRS-3YHPRS-4QWPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Technical director

API REST connection performance and security verification is recorded in TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly, TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS, TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API, TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

Reviewed and signed contract services with customers.

GP-009 Sales

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-4GGUsers outside the intended user definition use the medical device
🏛️ Regulatory
Other personnel (other than HCP and ITP) directly interact with the medical device
  1. Non-IT users may misconfigure the device, input incorrect data, or fail to set parameters correctly, leading to potential errors in the device's outputs
  2. HCP may misinterpret the device's output
Misdiagnosis; delays in proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Inadequate information provided by the manufacturer, poor access restriction policies
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-3YHPRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Patient339⚠️
AC

Instructions for use include information about the intended user and their qualification, plus IFU contain the section `Security requirements and recommendations` to ensure best security practices are followed by ITPs

Implementation of authentication process and security controls to avoid unintended use of the device

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-3YHPRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Technical director

TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly, TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS, TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API, TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-ZFRThe device is not used under the supervision of an HCP
🏛️ Regulatory
Improper use of the device and improper interpretation of the outputs of the device
  1. The device is correctly integrated into the healthcare organisation's system by an ITP
  2. The output generated by the device is received by individuals who are not HCPs or the output is used without any review by a qualified medical professional
  3. Personnel other than HCP may misinterpret the device's outputs
Misdiagnosis; delays in proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Inadequate information provided by the manufacturer about roles and responsibilities, inadequate implementation of workflows
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Patient339⚠️
AC

Instructions for use include information about the intended user and their qualification, plus IFU contain the section `Security requirements and recommendations` to ensure best security practices are followed by ITPs

Implementation of authentication process and security controls to avoid unintended use of the device

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Technical director

TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly, TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS, TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API, TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-CYOThe device is integrated by unqualified ITPs
🏛️ Regulatory
Medical device communication with the user server is not properly established
  1. Unqualified ITPs perform the medical device integration
  2. Communication between the medical device and the user server is not adequate
  3. Medical device cannot be used or it is integrated improperly
User discomfort; dissatisfaction. Misdiagnosis; delays in proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Inadequate information provided by the manufacturer
PRS-1XUPRS-5LJ
Managing Organisation339⚠️
AC

Instructions for use include information about the intended user and their qualification, and instructions on how to integrate the device

PRS-1XUPRS-5LJ
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-QLFNon-compliance with the General Safety & Performance Requirements (GSPR)
🏛️ Regulatory
Inadequate safety and performance of the whole device
  1. General and Safety Performance Requirements (GSPR) of MDR 2017/745 are not taken into account in the design of the device
  2. Device with poor safety and performance controls in place
Decreased product performance; quality and safety. Misdiagnosis; delays in proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status due to poor validation of the deviceMisinterpretation of applicable regulation or lack of knowledge
PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Manufacturer339⚠️
A

Medical device is developed and produced according to harmonized standards for medical device in compliance with the applicable GSPR

PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Technical director

The compliance with the GSPR is compiled at the R-TF-008-001_GSPR_2023_001

313✅✅Acceptable

Internal/external audits

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (section: Compliance with applicable regulatory requirements)

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-ES8Non-compliance with GSPR 3 (absence of a risk management process)
🏛️ Regulatory
Risks are not mitigated as far as possible
  1. A risk management policy is not in place
  2. User does not know the potential risks of the whole device
  3. Loss of whole device proper performance
User discomfort; dissatisfaction. Misdiagnosis; delays in proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Inadequate QMS
PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-3YH
Manufacturer4312⚠️
A

Implement a risk management process according to ISO 14971

PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-3YH
Technical director

R-TF-008-001 General Safety Performance Requirements (GSPR) 2023_001.

Risk management process is described at the GP-013 Risk management and documented in the applicable records:

R-TF-013-001 Risk management plan

R-TF-013-002 Risk management record

R-TF-013-003 Risk management report

313✅✅Acceptable

Internal/external audits

Periodic review of GP-013 (Risk management), periodic review of risk management plan, record and report, stay up-to-date with any revision of the standard

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-EZZInstructions for use not available or separate from the product
🏛️ Regulatory
Whole device cannot be used
  1. ITPs responsible for integrating the device into the healthcare organisation's systems do not have access to the IFU, leading to incorrect setup or misunderstanding of device requirements
  2. The device is either improperly installed, misconfigured, or key steps in the integration are skipped due to lack of guidance
  3. HCPs may misinterpret the device's outputs, as the incorrect setup affects the results presented to them
Misdiagnosis; inaccurate clinical decision; delays in proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Accessibility problems, incorrect document format, miscommunication from manufacturer, network issues
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-3YHPRS-5LJ
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
AC

IFU designed and developed according to harmonized standards for medical device

If the issue is access to the internet, the user would also not be able to use the device, so there is no risk of using the device without access to the instructions.

Provide the IFU in paper form upon request

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-3YHPRS-5LJ
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information. Procedure for managing paper IFU's request (SP-001-001 - eIFU)

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-CGQInadequate specification of the product intended purpose
🏛️ Regulatory
Whole device is wrongly used or is not used as intended
  1. User reads IFU
  2. User does not understand the product intended purpose
  3. User unintentionally misuses the whole device
Misdiagnosis; delays in proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Inadequate information provided by the manufacturer
PRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
AC

We specify the product intended purpose in the IFU and label to ensure this information is always available for the users

PRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Technical director

IFU and label verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-TA9Inadequate camera usage or settings
⚙️ Product🤳 Usability
Poor image quality due to inadequate resolution, lighting, focus or camera settings
  1. A camera is used to capture images of the skin structures
  2. Due to improper settings (such as inadequate lighting, incorrect resolution, or focus issues) or the use of a low-quality camera, the captured images are unclear or fail to capture sufficient detail
  3. These suboptimal images are input into the medical device for analysis
  4. The device's algorithm processes the poor-quality images, leading to decreased accuracy
  5. The medical device outputs potentially misleading or incomplete results
Misdiagnosis; delays in proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Inadequate image processing algorithms
👨‍💻ITP
Input authorization details
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-3YHPRS-5LJPRS-7XK
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
AC

A requirement of the device defines the creation of a processor whose purpose is to ensure that the image have enough quality. In other words, an algorithm, similar to the ones used to classify diseases, is used to check the validity of the image and provides an image quality score.

The device returns meaningful messages about the quality score of the images. This allows care providers to re-take a photo.

The IFU contain a dedicated section on how to take pictures (section name: `How to take pictures`) and technical specifications of the camera (section: `Technical specifications`)

We also offer training to the users to optimize the imaging process so that it is optimal for the device's operation.

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-3YHPRS-5LJPRS-7XK
Technical director

Verification is defined in TEST_009_Notify the user if the quality of the image is insufficient.

TEST_007 verifies REQ_007.

TEST_011 and R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation verify REQ_012

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (sections: Validation and testing of machine learning models, Post-market Clinical investigations (with focus on clinical studies whose primary endpoint is improving diagnostic accuracy))

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-3YJData breach or unauthorized access
🔐 Cybersecurity
Unauthorized persons have access to confidential data
  1. A vulnerability in the healthcare organisation's IT infrastructure (e.g., weak passwords, outdated security protocols, lack of encryption) allows unauthorized individuals or malicious entities to gain access to the network or systems where the medical device and patient data are stored or transmitted
  2. The unauthorized individual or entity gains access to patient records, diagnostic results, or sensitive healthcare information processed by the device
  3. During or after the breach, the healthcare system may experience downtime or operational disruption as IT teams attempt to address the issue, potentially delaying patient diagnosis and treatment
Misuse of sensitive patient data; unauthorized alterations to diagnostic results; or delays in treatment due to disrupted clinical workflows; loss of trust in the medical deviceInadequate information provided by the manufacturer, inadequate security measures implemented in the device
ConfidentialityIntegrityAvailability
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2KQPRS-4QWPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
AC

Stringent security measures:

- implementation of a robust authentication mechanisms such as OAuth or JWT to ensure that only authorized users can access the API. Role-based access control further restricts user privileges, enhancing data security;

- implementation of data encryption: all data transmitted between the user and the API is encrypted using industry-standard encryption protocols, such as SSL/TLS, to protect against eavesdropping and data breaches.

In the IFU we explain the access to the device by means of an API token that has expiration plus there is a specific section (`Security requirements and recommendations`) in which we explain security measures that ITP shall follow

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2KQPRS-4QWPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Technical director

Instructions detailed at the T-011-002 API token delivery and IFU. IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

API REST connection performance and security verification is recorded in TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly, TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS, TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API, TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
T-024-006-AUT-002T-024-006-DAT-001T-024-006-NET-001
T-024-007-VUL-002T-024-007-CVE-001T-024-007-INC-001
R-C6QNon-compliance with GSPR 3 (absence of a PMS & PMCF process)
🏛️ Regulatory
Unavailability of safety, performance, usability information during product usage needed to improve the device
  1. Failure to systematically collect and monitor data on the performance, safety, and real-world usage of the medical device after it has been placed on the market
  2. Potential safety or performance issues, adverse events, or device malfunctions occurring during real-world use go undetected due to the absence of post-market data collection and analysis
  3. Without ongoing clinical follow-up, new or increased risks (e.g., changes in device efficacy or unforeseen side effects) are not identified or assessed in time to take corrective action
  4. We are unaware of safety or performance concerns, meaning that corrective or preventive actions (e.g., design changes, software updates, additional user training) are not implemented to address the emerging issues
  5. As issues go unresolved, the device may experience more frequent failures or adverse events, negatively impacting patient care and increasing the likelihood of harm, such as incorrect diagnoses or delayed treatments
Users discomfort and loss of confidence in the device. Patient misdiagnosis and worsening of their health statusInadequate QMS
PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YHPRS-4QW
Manufacturer339⚠️
A

Develop post-market surveillance and post-market clinical follow up plans according to the regulatory requirements

PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YHPRS-4QW
Technical director

R-TF-008-001 General Safety Performance Requirements (GSPR) 2023_001.

PMS and PMCF plans created: R-TF-007-001 Post-Market Surveillance (PMS) Plan and R-TF-007-002 Post-Market clinical follow-up (PMCF) Plan

313✅✅Acceptable

Internal/external audits

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-8KSInadequate instructions for use: product information for clinical safety is not included at the IFU
🏛️ Regulatory
Use of the device without the necessary safety-related information
  1. The instructions for use (IFU) provided with the device do not include critical safety information, such as warnings, contraindications, or precautions related to clinical safety
  2. ITPs, unaware of potential safety risks, proceed with integrating the device without the necessary precautions or configurations
  3. HCPs use the device without knowing warnings, precautions, contra-indications
  4. Inappropriate use or misinterpretation of the device's output
Inaccurate diagnoses; inappropriate follow-up actions; loss of confidence in the device; regulatory non-complianceInadequate information provided by the manufacturer
PRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Manufacturer4312⚠️
C

We specify in the IFU the clinical safety information related to the product

PRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Technical director

IFU verification documented in TEST_011 and in R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-UI5Inadequate instructions for use: product information for cybersecurity is not included in the IFU
🤳 Usability🔐 Cybersecurity🏛️ Regulatory
Presence of vulnerabilities that may compromise the integrity of the system and patient data
  1. The instructions for use (IFU) do not provide necessary cybersecurity guidelines, such as how to secure device communication, implement encryption, or manage authentication protocols
  2. ITPs, unaware of the specific cybersecurity requirements for the medical device, may integrate the device without implementing appropriate security measures
  3. The device is integrated into the healthcare system with weak or default security settings, leading to vulnerabilities in data transmission and system access
  4. Due to the inadequate cybersecurity setup, malicious actors may exploit the system, gaining unauthorized access to patient data or the medical device's functionalities
  5. Patient data, such as medical images or diagnostic outputs, could be intercepted or altered during transmission, leading to compromised or inaccurate results
Unauthorized access to sensitive patient information; incorrect diagnosis; loss of trustInadequate information provided by the manufacturer
ConfidentialityIntegrityAvailabilityAuthenticity
👨‍💻ITP
Input authorization details
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2KQPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Manufacturer4312⚠️
C

We specify in the IFU the product information for cybersecurity in the section `Security requirements and recommendations`

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2KQPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Technical director

IFU verification documented in TEST_011 and in R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
T-024-006-DOC-001T-024-006-AUT-004
T-024-007-EDU-001T-024-007-VUL-004
R-5L4Inadequate lighting conditions during image capture
🤳 Usability⚙️ Product
The medical device receives an input that does not have sufficient quality
  1. Images of skin structures are taken in an environment with poor lighting
  2. Due to the inadequate lighting, the image lacks sufficient contrast, clarity, or detail, making it difficult for the medical device to properly analyze the image
  3. The low-quality image is submitted to the medical device for processing
  4. The medical device, unable to accurately process the poorly lit image, generates an incorrect or low-confidence output
  5. The HCP receives a list of potential skin diseases with incorrect or misleading probabilities due to the low-quality image
Misdiagnosis; delays in proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Inadequate image processing algorithms
👩‍⚕️HCP
User takes a photo of the patient's lesion.
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-5LJPRS-7XK
Patient4312⚠️
AC

A requirement of the device defines the creation of a processor whose purpose is to ensure that the image have enough quality. In other words, an algorithm, similar to the ones used to classify diseases, is used to check the validity of the image and provides an image quality score.

The device returns meaningful messages about the quality score of the images. This allows care providers to re-take a photo.

The IFU contain a dedicated section on how to take pictures (section name: `How to take pictures`) and technical specifications of the camera (section: `Technical specifications`)

We also offer training to the users to optimize the imaging process so that it is optimal for the device's operation.

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-5LJPRS-7XK
Technical director

Verification is defined in TEST_009_Notify the user if the quality of the image is insufficient.

TEST_007 verifies REQ_007.

TEST_011 and R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation verify REQ_012

326⚠️⚠️As far as possible

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (sections: Validation and testing of machine learning models, Post-market Clinical investigations (with focus on clinical studies whose primary endpoint is improving diagnostic accuracy))

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Benefits outweigh the risksFALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-U6MSystem incompatibility
⚙️ Product🔐 Cybersecurity
Integration of our device is not compatible with the user platform
  1. The ITP attempts to integrate the medical device's API with the healthcare organisation's existing systems
  2. During or after the integration, it is discovered that the medical device's software is incompatible with the healthcare organisation's existing infrastructure, such as differences in data formats
  3. The incompatibility prevents proper communication or functionality between the medical device and other systems, leading to failures in data transmission or processing
  4. HCPs may be unable to access the device's output, or the results may be incorrectly displayed or formatted, leading to difficulties in interpretation
Delays in patient diagnosis; inaccurate diagnisis due to outputs interpretation; poorer treatment follow-upInadequate design of the device
AvailabilityIntegrity
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-4QWPRS-5LJPRS-9F2
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
AC

Our device is built as an API that follows the REST protocol.

This protocol totally separates the user interface from the server and the data storage. Thanks to this, REST API always adapts to the type of syntax or platforms that the user may use, which gives considerable freedom and autonomy to the user. With a REST API, the user can use either PHP, Java, Python or Node.js servers. The only thing is that it is indispensable that the responses to the requests should always take place in the language used for the information exchange: JSON.

he data that users send and receive follows the FHIR healthcare interoperability standard

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-4QWPRS-5LJPRS-9F2
Technical director

API REST connection performance and security verification is recorded in TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly, TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS, TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API, TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

TEST_013 verifies REQ_006

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
T-024-006-API-001T-024-006-API-003
T-024-007-DEP-001T-024-007-INT-001
R-OM1Data overwrite
⚙️ Product
Critical patient data, such as medical images or diagnostic results, is unintentionally replaced or corrupted
  1. A new image is uploaded to the medical device
  2. The system lacks adequate data management protocols or safeguards to confirm the overwrite action, such as warnings or confirmation prompts before replacing existing data
  3. Critical patient data (e.g., previous diagnostic results or images) is replaced with new data, erasing the original information
  4. The HCPs may make decisions based on incomplete or incorrect data
Incorrect diagnoses; missed treatmentsDesign failure on the patient follow up images and data storage
PRS-1V6PRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Patient4312⚠️
AB

Product specifications explain the use of the REST protocol to inherently avoid bad practices in programming such as data re-writing. Every request is independent and cannot be edited.

PRS-1V6PRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Technical director

API REST connection performance and security verification is recorded in TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly

TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS

TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API

TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-B63Inconsistent or unreliable output
⚙️ Product
Analysis of the same image generates different results when using the same version of the device
  1. An image is uploaded and analysed by the medical device
  2. The same image is uploaded to the medical device
  3. The medical device generates different outputs
  4. The ITP responsible for integrating the device may not detect or be aware of these inconsistencies during the integration phase
  5. The HCPs receive inconsistent outputs for the same image
User discomfort and suspicion about the device safety and performance. Misdiagnosis; delays in proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.A new version of the device was released without following the design and development procedures, algorithms errors, incomplete/insufficient training data
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-3YHPRS-5LJPRS-7Z8PRS-8QJ
Patient4312⚠️
AB

Perform algorithm verification and validation with representative datasets, according to the procedure GP-012 Design, redesign and development.

In case of new dataset, new verification and validation activities will be carried out, according to the procedure GP-012 Design, redesign and development.

Conduct clinical testing using a wide range of representative data (from diverse demographics and conditions) to verify that the software produces consistent and reliable outputs across all use cases

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-3YHPRS-5LJPRS-7Z8PRS-8QJ
Technical director

GP-012 Design, redesign and development

TEST_004_The user receives an interpretative distribution representation of possible ICD categories represented in the pixels of the image

Section `AI/ML model re-training` of `R-TF-012-006 Lifecycle plan and report_2023_001`explains the re-trianing of AI models.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (section: Post-market clinical investigations)

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-RAJSensitivity to image variability
⚙️ Product
Analysis of the same skin structure with images taken with deviations in lightning or orientation generates significantly different results
  1. An image is uploaded and analysed by the medical device
  2. The same image with different orientation is uploaded to the medical device
  3. The medical device generates different outputs
  4. HCPs may receive varying or contradictory outputs from the device when analyzing same images with different orientation
User discomfort and suspicion about the device safety and performance. Misdiagnosis; delays in proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Skin structures captured in different images are represented in totally different pixels, which make them different skin structures even if they represent the same real-world entity. Improper algorithm design
PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-3YHPRS-8QJ
Patient5315⛔️
AC

The development of the device implements measures to improve consistency. Namely, the augmentation of images and the vast amount of images with different lightning and orientation deviations used to develop the device.

Perform algorithm verification and validation with representative datasets

PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-3YHPRS-8QJ
Technical director

AI training is explained in the GP-012 Design, redesign and development.

The verification is documented in TEST_004 The user receives an interpretative distribution representation of possible ICD categories represented in the pixels of the image

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (section: Post-market clinical investigations)

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-2S3Integration failure or errors
🤳 Usability⚙️ Product
Failure to communicate with other systems
  1. The ITP begins the process of integrating the medical device's API into the healthcare organisation's existing systems
  2. Due to system incompatibilities, incorrect configuration, or software bugs, the integration process encounters errors. These could include issues like incorrect API calls, data format mismatches, or failure of the device to communicate properly with the existing infrastructure
  3. The errors cause the integration to be either incomplete or improperly implemented, meaning the device may not fully communicate with other systems or may only function intermittently
  4. Due to the faulty integration, device's outputs may not be transferred correctly between the device and other healthcare systems, leading to missing, corrupted, or delayed data
  5. The HCPs may receive incorrect, incomplete, or delayed results, or in some cases, no results at all
Misdiagnosis; delayed treatment; loss of trust in the deviceInadequate information provided by the manufacturer
👨‍💻ITP
Input authorization details
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJ
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
C

We specify the intended user and the required qualification in the IFU

Additionally, we include at the IFU the instructions and information required by the ITPs to perform the integration of the device within their system

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-9F2
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-GY6Inaccurate training data
⚙️ Product🧠 Artificial Intelligence
Image datasets used in the development of the device are not properly labeled
  1. During the creation of the dataset used for training the medical device's algorithms, images are incorrectly labeled
  2. The medical device's machine learning model is trained on this incorrectly labeled dataset, leading to the development of a flawed or biased algorithm
  3. The trained model produces inaccurate outputs
  4. HCPs receive incorrect diagnostic outputs
Misdiagnosis; delayed treatment; loss of trust in the deviceLack of domain expertise, inconsistent labeling criteria
PRS-2ZBPRS-8QJ
Manufacturer5315⛔️
AB

We carefully select the images in collaboration with Health Care Organisations and we hire HCP to perform the labeling to ensure it is properly performed (

PRS-2ZBPRS-8QJ
Technical director

Verification is compiled at the TEST_001_The user receives quantifiable data on the intensity of clinical signs, TEST_002_The user receives quantifiable data on the count of clinical signs, TEST_003_The user receives quantifiable data on the extent of clinical signs, TEST_004 The user receives an interpretative distribution representation of possible ICD categories represented in the pixels of the image.

R-TF-012-009 Validation and testing of machine learning models

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (section: Post-market clinical investigations)

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-7USBiased or incomplete training data
⚙️ Product🧠 Artificial Intelligence
Image datasets used in the development of the device are not properly selected
  1. During the data collection process, the dataset used to train the medical device's model is either not representative of the entire population (e.g., biased toward certain skin tones or demographics) or lacks sufficient data for certain conditions or patient groups
  2. The medical device's model is trained using this biased or incomplete dataset
  3. When the device is deployed in clinical settings, it fails to perform accurately for cases that are underrepresented or missing in the training data
  4. The device provides inaccurate probability distributions for certain patient groups or misclassifies certain skin diseases due to the bias or gaps in its training data
  5. HCPs receive skewed or incorrect results from the device for certain patient subgroups or conditions
Misdiagnosis; delayed treatment; loss of trust in the deviceInadequate design of the device
PRS-2ZBPRS-7Z8PRS-8QJ
Manufacturer5315⛔️
AB

We carefully select the images in collaboration with Health Care Organisations and we hire HCP to perform the labeling to ensure it is properly performed (, )

PRS-2ZBPRS-7Z8PRS-8QJ
Technical director

Verification is compiled at the TEST_001_The user receives quantifiable data on the intensity of clinical signs, TEST_002_The user receives quantifiable data on the count of clinical signs, TEST_003_The user receives quantifiable data on the extent of clinical signs, TEST_004 The user receives an interpretative distribution representation of possible ICD categories represented in the pixels of the image.

R-TF-012-009 Validation and testing of machine learning models

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (section: Post-market clinical investigations)

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-1OCLack of efficacy or clinical utility
⚙️ Product🏛️ Regulatory
There are no demonstrated product clinical benefits when used as intended by the manufacturer
  1. The medical device is developed without adequate clinical studies or real-world evidence to demonstrate its efficacy or usefulness in supporting clinical decisions for diagnosing skin diseases
  2. The algorithm, due to insufficient or non-representative clinical data, is unable to consistently provide reliable or clinically meaningful outputs for HCPs
  3. In clinical settings, the device frequently provides results that are either inaccurate, not specific enough, or do not add meaningful insights to the diagnosis process
  4. HCPs, receiving unreliable or clinically irrelevant results, face challenges in incorporating the device's output into their decision-making processes
  5. HCPs and healthcare organisations lose confidence in the device's ability to provide clinically useful information, leading to decreased adoption or abandonment of the device within the clinical workflow
User discomfort and dissatisfaction. Inaccurate results; delayed treatmentInadequate design of the clinical evaluation
PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-3YH
Manufacturer4312⚠️
AB

We performed clinical studies to demonstrate the clinical benefits of the medical device and we plan how to gather clinical data in the post-market phase.

Information about clinical benefits are provided in the IFU.

PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-3YH
Technical director

Plan and compilation of clinical results are documented at the R-TF-015-001 Clinical Evaluation Plan and R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report.

Plan for post-market clinical evidence is documented in R-TF-007-002 Post-market clinical follow up plan.

Compliance with GSPR (especially for validation of intended use) documented in R-TF-008-001

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (section: Clinical performance

with focus on post-market clinical investigations in which we measured the clinical utility)

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-VL1Device failure or performance degradation
⚙️ Product🧠 Artificial Intelligence
The device is overwhelmed by its use: either not enough storage capacity or unable to handle requests
  1. The medical device experiences technical issues or gradual performance degradation over time
  2. As the performance degrades, the device may begin to produce inaccurate or delayed results
  3. The device's ability to transmit results becomes compromised, resulting in missing, incomplete, or incorrect data being shared
  4. HCPs receive either no output, delayed results, or incorrect information
User discomfort and dissatisfaction. Inaccurate results; delayed treatmentInadequate design of the medical device infrastructure
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Manufacturer4312⚠️
AB

We use scalable server structure (also called elastic), which is the industry standard and the widely used option.

In case of errors, the device returns meaningful messages about the error

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-4QWPRS-9F2
Technical director

API REST connection performance and security verification is recorded in TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly, TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS, TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API, TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

TEST_007 verifies REQ_007

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report (for the part of error messages and to monitor response time

accuracy of device's outputs)

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-HAXIncorrect interpretation of device outputs
🤳 Usability🏛️ Regulatory
The HCP validates the wrong skin condition, even if the device outputs the correct result
  1. The ITP integrates the device into the healthcare organisation's system
  2. The ITP implements the interface for the HCP
  3. The medical device analyses images and provides outputs
  4. The HCP misinterprets the device's outputs due to lack of clarity in the presentation of data or due to misunderstanding of device's outputs
  5. The HCP decides to ignore the device's results
Incorrect or delayed diagnosis; inappropriate treatment or follow-up; loss of confidence in the deviceInadequate information provided by the manufacturer
👩‍⚕️HCP
User takes a photo of the patient's lesion.
PRS-1XU
Patient339⚠️
C

The IFU explains the medical device's intended purpose

The IFU explain the device's outputs

The IFU contain a specific section (`User interface`) in which we explain the minimum requirements for the user interface that the ITP will implement

PRS-1XU
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-TBNNon-compliance with GSPR 23: Inadequate label
🏛️ Regulatory
Insufficient label information to understand the device intended use, version
  1. The medical device is launched with inadequate labeling information that does not fully inform users of its operation, limitations, intended use, software version
  2. The inadequate label leads to confusion about how to use the device correctly
  3. The device is misused
User discomfort and dissatisfaction; misdiagnosis; delay in diagnosis/patient's follow up/treatmentLack of clear regulatory guidance or failure to meet labeling standards
PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Manufacturer428⚠️
C

Label design has been performed according to the applicable regulations (MDR 2017/745 and ISO 15223-1). Labeling is included within the IFU and published at our website to ensure all the user can consult it when needed

PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

R-TF-008-001 General Safety Performance Requirements (GSPR) 2023_001.

212✅✅Acceptable

Internal/external audits

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-L38Non-compliance with GSPR 23: Inadequate Instructions for Use
🏛️ Regulatory
Integration cannot be properly performed
  1. ITP starts the integration of the medical device into the healthcare organisation's system
  2. ITP consults IFU to follow the proper integration steps
  3. ITP cannot find proper instructions on how to integrate the device
  4. ITP may incorrectly integrate the device
  5. The device produces inaccurate or unreliable outputs due to improper integration
User discomfort and dissatisfaction; misdiagnosis; delay in diagnosis/patient's follow up/treatmentInadequate information provided by the manufacturer, lack of clear regulatory guidance or failure to meet labeling standards
PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YHPRS-5LJ
Manufacturer4312⚠️
C

IFU has been written according to the applicable regulations: MDR 2017/745 and ISO 15223-1

PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YHPRS-5LJ
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

R-TF-008-001 General Safety Performance Requirements (GSPR) 2023_001.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Internal/external audits

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-O5YComplicated instructions for use: the instructions for use are too complicated and more intricate than they need to be
🤳 Usability🏛️ Regulatory
Misinterpretation of IFU
  1. ITP starts the integration of the medical device into the healthcare organisation's system
  2. ITP consults IFU to follow the proper integration steps
  3. ITP does not fully understand the integration process due to complex instructions
  4. ITP may incorrectly integrate the device
  5. The device produces inaccurate or unreliable outputs due to improper integration
User discomfort and dissatisfaction; misdiagnosis; delay in diagnosis/patient's follow up/treatmentInadequate information provided by the manufacturer, lack of clear regulatory guidance or failure to meet labeling standards
👩‍⚕️HCP
User takes a photo of the patient's lesion.
PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YHPRS-5LJ
HCP4312⚠️
C

IFU has been written according to the applicable regulations: MDR 2017/745 and ISO 15223-1

PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YHPRS-5LJ
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Internal/external audits

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-UK2Inadequate warnings in the IFU
🤳 Usability🏛️ Regulatory
Lack of critical safety information required for the correct use of the device
  1. Users rely on the labeling and warnings provided, which are incomplete or unclear
  2. HCPs may use the device in situations where it is not indicated
  3. The device may produce unreliable or misleading outputs due to inappropriate usage
Misdiagnosis; delay in diagnosis/patient's follow up/treatmentInadequate information provided by the manufacturer, lack of clear regulatory guidance or failure to meet labeling standards
👩‍⚕️HCP
User takes a photo of the patient's lesion.
PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Patient339⚠️
C

IFU has been written according to the applicable regulations: MDR 2017/745 and ISO 15223-1

PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Internal/external audits

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-27MInadequate maintenance performed by the manufacturer
⚙️ Product🏛️ Regulatory
Device performance is compromised
  1. Maintenance of the device is not performed according to the established procedures
  2. Clients report degradation in the performance of the device (e.g. unreliable results, slow response time)
  3. HCPs receive these incorrect outputs and make clinical decisions based on unreliable data
Misdiagnosis; delay in diagnosis/patient's follow up/treatmentInadequate maintenance planning
PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-3YH
Manufacturer4312⚠️
AB

Create a maintenance plan in which specifying the activities required to ensure reliable performance of the device (e.g. software and SOUPs update)

PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-3YH
Technical director

Maintenance plan for the medical device is documented in the document `R-TF-012-006 Lifecycle plan and report`.

Compliance with GSPR (especially for maintenance requirements) documented in R-TF-008-001

313✅✅Acceptable

Control of device's version used by HCP to ensure last validated version of the device is being used. Information about changes compared to previous version provided to the users. Internal/external audits

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-046Inadequate or absent maintenance specifications, including performance checks
🏛️ Regulatory
Device performance is compromised
  1. The manufacturer does not provide clear instructions or protocols for regular maintenance, updates, or checks necessary to ensure optimal device performance
  2. As a result of inadequate guidance, ITPs may not know when or how to perform essential maintenance
  3. Without proper maintenance, the device may begin to exhibit degradation of the performance
  4. The device produces unreliable or erroneous outputs due to inadequate maintenance
Misdiagnosis; delay in diagnosis/patient's follow up/treatmentInadequate information provided by the manufacturer
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Managing Organisation4312⚠️
AB

The device does not require any performance checks activities nor maintenance by the users, as it is specified at the IFU

When a new software version with changes is released, users are properly informed following the GP-012 Design, redesign and development.

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

Transition to the updated versions is guided by the JD-005 as specified in the GP-012 Design, redesign and development

313✅✅Acceptable

Control of device's version used by HCP to ensure last validated version of the device is being used. Information about changes compared to previous version provided to the users

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-7GCInadequate maintenance: users do not properly maintain the device
🏛️ Regulatory
Device performance is compromised
  1. ITPs do not perform the proper device maintenance when required (including update of software version)
  2. Without proper maintenance, the device may begin to exhibit degradation of the performance
  3. The device produces unreliable or erroneous outputs due to inadequate maintenance
Misdiagnosis; delay in diagnosis/patient's follow up/treatmentUsers either do not receive the update to the new version or are not able to update the device or fail to do so.
PRS-1V6PRS-1XU
HCP4312⚠️
AB

The device does not require any performance checks activities nor maintenance by the users, as it is specified at the IFU.

When a new version with changes is released, users are properly informed following the GP-012 Design, redesign and development.

Additionally, we keep a record of customers that have not transitioned to the new versions that we review and update periodically.

PRS-1V6PRS-1XU
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

Transition to the updated versions is guided by the JD-005 as specified in the GP-012 Design, redesign and development.

Customers that have not transitioned to the new versions are listed at the R-012-012 Customers product version control

313✅✅Acceptable

Control of device's version used by HCP to ensure last validated version of the device is being used. Information about changes compared to previous version provided to the users

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-3OGAbsence of limitation of product lifetime
🏛️ Regulatory
User does not know the lifetime of the device to stop using it
  1. Device is used after its lifetime is reached
  2. Degradation in the performance of the device
  3. HCPs receive unreliable outputs
Misdiagnosis; delay in diagnosis/patient's follow up/treatmentInadequate information provided by the manufacturer
PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Manufacturer4312⚠️
AC

The IFU includes the information about the device lifetime (5 years) established in the technical documentation

PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

R-TF-008-001 General Safety Performance Requirements (GSPR) 2023_001.

313✅✅Acceptable

Internal/external audits

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-G3VProduct requirements are not defined (user, technical and regulatory)
🏛️ Regulatory
Whole device is wrongly used / is not used as intended
  1. The product development process begins without clearly defined requirements
  2. Key stakeholders, such as HCPs, ITPs, and regulatory bodies, may not be adequately consulted to gather necessary insights and requirements for the device
  3. Development teams proceed with ambiguous or incomplete specifications, leading to varied interpretations of what the product should achieve and how it should operate
  4. Without clear requirements, testing procedures may be inconsistent, making it difficult to evaluate whether the product meets its intended purpose and safety standards
  5. The product is launched into the market without adequate validation of its requirements, leading to potential performance issues or failures in real-world use
This could lead to misdiagnosis; delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Misinterpretation of applicable design requirements or lack of knowledge
PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Manufacturer4312⚠️
A

We have defined a procedure for the design and development process following the ISO 62304 and 13485 standards, and MDR Annex I (requirements related to design). We document all the development in the Design History File (DHF), including the product's requirements.

Product specifications (e.g. inputs, outputs, intended purpose, intended user, mode of action, technical specifications) provided in the IFU.

PRS-0MCPRS-1XUPRS-3YH
Technical director

The design and development procedure is described at the GP-012 Design, redesign and development.

The product's requirements (user, technical and regulatory) are established within the Legit.Health DHF.

Compliance with GSPR (especially for design requirements) documented in R-TF-008-001.

IFU content verified in TEST_011 and R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation.

313✅✅Acceptable

Internal and external audits

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-GTYInstructions for use are not available at the time of use due to downtime
🤳 Usability🏛️ Regulatory
User cannot consult the IFU
  1. User wants to consult the IFU
  2. User cannot reach the IFU
  3. Improper use of the device
User discomfort and dissatisfaction; delays in diagnosis; treatment and follow upIFU are only electronically available, connectivity issue, server issues
👨‍💻ITP
Input authorization details
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-4QWPRS-5LJ
Managing Organisation326⚠️
A

If the issue is access to the internet, the use would also not be able to use the device, so there is no risk of using the device without access to the instructions. Furthermore, the IFU can be downloaded by PDF.

Moreover, the IFU is hosted on a independent instance to improve the resiliency of the information system, this means that downtime in the device does not imply downtime in the IFU. The device sends messages to the user when there is any problem with the communication between the device and the user end, so the user always receives basic instructions when something is wrong.

Furthermore, the procedure SP-001-001 - eIFU management explains the process to fulfil customer's request for paper IFU

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-4QWPRS-5LJPRS-9F2
Technical director

The selection of independent instances is performed according to GP-012 Design, redesign and development

IFU are verified as registered at the TEST_011_We facilitate the integration of the device into the users' system.

Process to provide customers with IFU in paper format is explained in SP-001-001 - eIFU management

212✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-X93The device receives images that do not represent skin structure
⚙️ Product
The device provides an incorrect diagnosis based on irrelevant or non-clinical input
  1. The device receives images that do not represent skin structures
  2. The device processes the inadequate images without detecting their unsuitability for accurate analysis
  3. The device generates outputs based on the processed images
  4. HCPs make clinical decisions based on the inaccurate outputs
Misdiagnosis; delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Insufficient validation of the device's algorithms for processing images
PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-1XU
Managing organisation4312⚠️
AC

A requirement of the device defines the creation of a processor whose purpose is to ensure that the image belongs to the domain of dermatology. In other words, an algorithm, similar to the ones used to classify diseases, is used to check that the image contains skin.

The device returns meaningful message about the image.

This allows care providers to prompt the user to re-take a photo.

The IFU contain a specific section on how to take pictures of skin structures to be analysed by the software (section name: `How to take pictures`) plus the section `Intended purpose or use/Device description` explains which are the inputs for the device (images of the epidermis, the dermis and its appendages, among other skin structures)

PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-1XU
Technical director

Verification is performed and documented in the TEST_008_Notify the user image modality and if the image does not represent a skin structure.

TEST_007 verifies REQ_007

TEST_011 and R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation verify REQ_012.

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report (for the part of error messages

one of the use cases can be the upload of non-skin images)

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-HH0The electronic data and content are tampered
🔐 Cybersecurity
Medical device's outputs are tampered
  1. An attacker identifies a vulnerability in the device's software, network security, or data storage protocols that allows unauthorized access
  2. The attacker manipulates the electronic data and content, which could include altering patient records, diagnostic outputs, or configuration settings within the device
  3. The device continues to operate, processing and utilizing the tampered data without detecting the unauthorized changes, leading to further propagation of the altered information
  4. The device generates outputs based on the tampered data, which may include inaccurate diagnosis
Misdiagnosis; delay in diagnosis/patient's follow up/treatmentInsuficient cybersecurity safeguards. Non-adhearance to best practices.
IntegrityAuthenticity
PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2KQPRS-3YHPRS-4QWPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Manufacturer339⚠️
AB

The medical device is developed and produced according to "IMDRF Principles and Practices for Medical Device Cybersecurity" (IMDRF/CYBER WG/N60FINAL:2020) and "MDCG 2019-16 - Guidance on Cybersecurity for medical devices". The procedure is defined in SP-012-002 Cybersecurity Requirements of AI/ML Models.

Stringent security measures:

- implementation of a robust authentication mechanisms such as OAuth or JWT to ensure that only authorized users can access the API. Role-based access control further restricts user privileges, enhancing data security;

- implementation of data encryption: all data transmitted between the user and the API is encrypted using industry-standard encryption protocols, such as SSL/TLS, to protect against eavesdropping and data breaches

PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2KQPRS-3YHPRS-4QWPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Technical director

API REST connection performance and security verification is recorded in TEST_014 The user authentication feature is functioning correctly, TEST_015 Ensure all API communications are conducted over HTTPS, TEST_017 Verification of authorized user registration and body zone specification in device API, TEST_018 Ensure API stability and cybersecurity of the medical device.

R-052-001 DPIA 2023_001 (Data Privacy Impact Assesment).

REST protocol explained in Legit.Health Plus description and specifications 2023_001

313✅✅Acceptable

Internal/external audits

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
T-024-006-DAT-003T-024-006-CRY-001T-024-006-NET-002
T-024-007-CVE-003T-024-007-MON-001T-024-007-INC-002
R-109Electronic instructions for use are not compatible with different devices
🤳 Usability🏛️ Regulatory
Intended user cannot consult IFU
  1. The manufacturer creates electronic instructions for use that are intended to guide users in operating the medical device
  2. The manufacturer fails to conduct thorough compatibility assessments of the eIFU across various devices and platforms, such as different operating systems, software versions, or hardware configurations
  3. Users attempt to access the eIFU on their devices and fails
  4. Users are unable to access the critical information needed to operate the device safely and effectively
User discomfort and dissatisfaction; delays in diagnosis; treatment and follow upElectronic IFU are developed in a non-universal platform or technology.
👨‍💻ITP
Input authorization details
PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-7Z8
Managing organisation326⚠️
A

The electronic instructions for use are accessible via a web app that is accessible via any browser with any operating system. The instructions do not contain features, graphics or materials that are not universally accessible. It is also relevant to mention that the electronic access to the IFU is actually our recommended method of interacting with them, due to the intrinsic nature of the device

Users can request IFU in paper format

PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-7Z8
Technical director

The selection of independent instances is performed according to GP-012 Design, redesign and development

IFU are verified as registered at the TEST_011_We facilitate the integration of the device into the users' system

212✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-4Z5Lack of version control or traceability
🤳 Usability🏛️ Regulatory
The ITP cannot identify the version of the device being used
  1. The manufacturer develops a new version of the software that includes updates, bug fixes, and improved functionality for the medical device
  2. The manufacturer neglects to include the software version update in the labeling
  3. The device is distributed to healthcare facilities without the crucial software version information clearly stated in the labeling
  4. Users may experience compatibility issues if the device's software version is not aligned with the systems or applications it is meant to integrate with, but they are unaware of the specific version in use
  5. Users might fail to update or maintain the software properly because they do not have clear information about the software version, which may lead to security vulnerabilities or degraded performance
User discomfort and dissatisfaction; delays in diagnosis; treatment and follow upInadequate information provided by the manufacturer
👨‍💻ITP
Input authorization details
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-9F2
Managing organisation326⚠️
AC

We include within one of the requirements defined during the design stage that one of the outputs of the device must be the version being used and this information is included in the IFU

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-5LJPRS-9F2
Technical director

IFU are verified as registered at the TEST_011_We facilitate the integration of the device into the users' system

212✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-72DSOUP presents an anomaly that makes it incompatible with other SOUPs or with software elements of the device
⚙️ Product
The overall performance of the device is compromised
  1. The manufacturer integrates SOUP into the medical device
  2. During integration of the SOUP into the medical device, an anomaly or bug within the SOUP goes undetected, which may affect its performance or compatibility with other software components
  3. The device, containing the potentially incompatible SOUP, is deployed to healthcare facilities
  4. ITP integrates the medical device into the healthcare organisation's system
  5. The SOUP anomaly may lead to performance degradation of the device, causing slow response times, errors in output, or unintended behavior during operation
Misdiagnosis; delay in diagnosis/patient's follow up/treatment; user dissatisfactionImproper selection of SOUP and software testing
PRS-1V6PRS-5LJ
Manufacturer4312⚠️
A

We carefully analyze all the SOUPs selected during the design and development of the device. We ensure compatibility by performing software tests

PRS-1V6PRS-5LJ
Technical director

The SOUP anomalies have been identified in the R-TF-012-006 Lifecycle plan and report_2023_001, and in the DHF each requirement evaluated that SOUPs are compatible,

SOUPs records (part of the DHF),

compatibility testing to ensure SOUP modules work together and with other software elements

313✅✅Acceptable

Revision of the design documentation

including requirements and SOUP records (part of the DHF) where requirements and anomalies are evaluated and documented

to ensure that the selected SOUPs were carefully analyzed and evaluated for compatibility during the design and development phases.

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-MQ1SOUP is not being maintained nor regularly patched
🔐 Cybersecurity
Overall degradation of device's performance
  1. The manufacturer integrates a third-party SOUP into the medical device's software architecture to perform specific functionalities
  2. The manufacturer does not establish a process for regularly monitoring, maintaining, or updating the SOUP
  3. The device, containing the outdated SOUP, is deployed to healthcare facilities
  4. ITP integrates the medical device into the healthcare organisation's system
  5. The outdated SOUP may lead to performance degradation of the device, causing slow response times, errors in output, or unintended behavior during operation
Misdiagnosis, delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.; Users dissatisfaction and discomfortLack of process for regularly monitoring, maintaining or updating SOUP
AvailabilityIntegrity
PRS-1V6PRS-4QW
Manufacturer4312⚠️
B

During the design and development of the device we evaluate that the SOUPs involved are up to date

regularly patched and maintained according to the process described in the software lifecyce plan and report (R-TF-012-006)

PRS-1V6PRS-4QW
Technical director

In the DHF each requirement evaluates that the SOUPs involved are up to date, regularly patched and maintained,

SOUPs records (part of the DHF),

R-TF-012-006 Lifecycle plan and report_2023_001 (section `SOUP maintenance`)

313✅✅Acceptable

Revision of the design documentation

including requirements and SOUP records (part of the DHF) where requirements and anomalies are evaluated and documented

to ensure that the selected SOUPs were carefully analyzed and evaluated for compatibility during the design and development phases.

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
T-024-006-SOP-001T-024-006-SOP-003
T-024-007-SBOM-001T-024-007-PAT-001
R-9SSSOUP presents cybersecurity vulnerabilities
🔐 Cybersecurity
The SOUP can be attacked and corrupted causing device failure as it may have known vulnerabilities that could be exploited by malicious actors.
  1. The manufacturer integrates a third-party SOUP into the medical device's software architecture to perform specific functionalities
  2. The manufacturer does not establish a process for regularly monitoring, maintaining, or updating the SOUP
  3. The medical device containing the vulnerable SOUP is deployed to healthcare settings
  4. A malicious actor identifies and exploits the cybersecurity vulnerability in the SOUP, gaining unauthorized access to the medical device or its data. This could involve hacking into the device, injecting malware, or taking control of the system remotely
  5. The attacker may alter the device's behavior, such as tampering with diagnosis outputs, modifying data, or causing operational disruptions
Misdiagnosis, delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.; Users dissatisfaction and discomfortImproper selection of SOUP, lack of process for regularly monitoring, maintaining or updating SOUP
ConfidentialityIntegrityAvailability
PRS-0MCPRS-2KQPRS-4QWPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Manufacturer4312⚠️
A

We carefully analyze all the SOUPs selected during the design and development of the device according to the process described in the software lifecyce plan and report (R-TF-012-006).

During the design review, we evaluated that these selected SOUPs have not had cybersecurity incidents related to them

PRS-0MCPRS-2KQPRS-4QWPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Technical director

SOUPs records containing evaluation in terms of cybersecurity (part of the DHF),

R-TF-012-006 Lifecycle plan and report_2023_001 (section `SOUP maintenance`)

313✅✅Acceptable

Revision of the design documentation, including requirements and SOUP records (part of the DHF) where requirements and anomalies are evaluated and documented to ensure that the selected SOUPs were carefully analyzed and evaluated for compatibility during the design and development phases.

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
T-024-006-SOP-002T-024-006-SOP-004T-024-006-SUP-001
T-024-007-SBOM-002T-024-007-CVE-004T-024-007-VUL-005
R-75LStagnation of model performance
⚙️ Product🧠 Artificial Intelligence
The AI/ML models of the device becomes outdated or stagnates due to lack of continuous updates, retraining, or adaptation to new clinical data
  1. The medical device is deployed to healthcare settings with an AI/ML model trained on a specific dataset
  2. The AI/ML model is not continuously updated or retrained with new clinical data
  3. The AI/ML model becomes less representative of the real-world clinical environment as it is no longer aligned with the latest data or clinical standards
  4. The medical device's diagnostic accuracy or predictive performance starts to degrade
This could lead to misdiagnosis; delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status; users dissatisfactionLack of design process for re-training of models
PRS-1XUPRS-2ZB
Manufacturer5315⛔️
A

We plan for re-training during the design and development process, data augmentation, post-market data collection

PRS-1XUPRS-2ZB
Technical director

The R-TF-012-006 Lifecycle plan and report includes a section called AI/ML model re-training that specifies re-training activities

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (section: Post-market clinical investigations)

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-PWKDegradation of model performance
⚙️ Product
Automatic re-training of models decreases the performance of the device
  1. The medical device is launched with an AI/ML model that has been thoroughly validated and meets performance criteria
  2. Re-training of the model is done automatically (which implies that labels have not been manually verified)
  3. The performance of the model decreases
This could lead to misdiagnosis; delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Lack of proper strategy for model retraining
PRS-2ZB
Manufacturer5315⛔️
A

We specify that automatic re-training will not be used as a re-training strategy during the design and development process. Instead

we plan for exclusively manual retraining, data augmentation, post-market data collection

PRS-2ZB
Technical director

The R-TF-012-006 Lifecycle plan and report_2023_001 includes a section called AI/ML model re-training that specifies re-training activities

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (section: Post-market clinical investigations)

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-BXDInsufficient knowledge to display electronic IFU
🤳 Usability🏛️ Regulatory
Fail to properly display the instructions for use
  1. The ITPs or HCPs responsible for the device fail to understand how to access or display the eIFU
  2. Despite not having access to the eIFU, they proceed with integration or use, assuming they can work around the issue
  3. The medical device is improperly integrated into the system or outputs are misinterpreted
User discomfort; dissatisfaction. Misdiagnosis; delays in diagnosis/proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Lack of information/requirement on how to access eIFU
👨‍💻ITP
Input authorization details
PRS-1V6PRS-1XU
Managing organisation339⚠️
AC

IFU is designed in such a way that it is accessible via a dedicated and secure URL and it is also available in the website. The only requirement for accessing the eIFU is having internet connection. The users can access the IFU via any web browsers with any operations system.

Upon user's request, we provide the user with IFU in paper format according to the internal procedure SP-001-001 eIFU management

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-9F2
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

SP-001-001 eIFU management

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-33BElectronic IFU are tampered
⚙️ Product
Incomplete or incorrect information being provided to the users
  1. The manufacturer provides the IFU in an electronic format
  2. Due to inadequate cybersecurity measures or an accidental modification, the eIFU are accessed by unauthorized individuals
  3. Critical content could be changed, removed, or replaced with incorrect information
  4. The tampered eIFU are made available to ITPs or HCPs who rely on them
  5. ITPs may integrate the device incorrectly, or HCPs may rely on incorrect information about clinical safety, performance, or interpretation of device outputs
User discomfort; dissatisfaction. Misdiagnosis; delays in diagnosis/proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Insuficient cybersecurity safeguards. Non-adhearance to best practices.
PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2KQPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Manufacturer339⚠️
AB

IFU content and versions managed and stored using git. The IFU content can be edited only by using signed commits with GPG Keys, implementation of branch structure with approvals for merging changes and automated verification of code correctness and lack of bugs or errors before merge, secure stage of environment variables in Git repository, implementation of redundant backups, both in Git repository and deployment server.

Implementation of a robust authentication systems for administrative access and a role-based access control (RBAC) framework for delineating user permissions

PRS-0MCPRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2KQPRS-7Z8PRS-9F2
Technical director

GP-001 Documents control explains the risk control measures implemented to achieve IFU data and content protection

TEST_011

313✅✅Acceptable
Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-ZNAElectronic IFU and their paper copies are unavailable
🏛️ Regulatory
Fail to follow instructions for use to integrate the medical device
  1. Neither the electronic instructions for use (eIFU) nor the paper copies are accessible to the ITPs responsible for device integration
  2. The ITPs, responsible for integrating the device into the healthcare system, are unable to access the IFU. Without proper guidance, they proceed with the integration, making assumptions about the setup
  3. Without the IFU, the device may be improperly configured or key settings may be missed, leading to incomplete or incorrect integration
User discomfort; dissatisfaction. Misdiagnosis; delays in diagnosis/proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Error in coding design for electronic IFU, no process for providing paper copies of the IFU to the clients
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-3YHPRS-5LJ
Managing organisation4312⚠️
AC

IFU designed and developed according to harmonized standards for medical device; IFU is designed in such a way that it is accessible via a dedicated and secure URL and it is also available in the website. The only requirement for accessing the eIFU is having internet connection. The users can access the IFU via any web browsers with any operations system

Creation of a procedure for the management of paper copies of the IFU defining the process, responsibilities and timeline. The timeline is set taking into account the severity and the intended use of the device (support to diagnosis), and it is within 7 calendar days to reduce the harm of misdiagnosis, delays in proper treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-3YHPRS-5LJPRS-9F2
Technical director

IFU verification is recorded at R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation 2023_001 and in TEST_011 to ensure that they include the information.

Procedure for managing paper IFU's request (SP-001-001 eIFU management)

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

training on procedure (SP-001-001 eIFU management) for employees involved in the process

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable
R-K6LNon-compliance with MDCG 2023-4 (software does not operate correctly with all intended hardware configurations - cameras)
🏛️ Regulatory
Poor image quality due to inadequate resolution, lighting, focus or camera settings
  1. An image of the skin structure is captured and submitted to the device for analysis
  2. Due to issues such as poor lighting, camera quality, motion blur, or external factors (e.g., dirt, reflections), the image contains artefacts or is of low resolution, compromising the clarity of the skin structure
  3. The device processes the flawed image, but the artefacts or low resolution negatively impact the accuracy of its analysis.
Misdiagnosis; delays in treatment and worsening of the patient's health status.Improper image acquisition, poor image capture conditions,Inadequate image processing algorithms
PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-3YHPRS-5LJPRS-7XK
Managing organisation4312⚠️
AC

A requirement of the device defines the creation of a processor whose purpose is to ensure that the image have enough quality. In other words, an algorithm, similar to the ones used to classify diseases, is used to check the validity of the image and provides an image quality score.

The device returns meaningful messages about the quality score of the images. This allows care providers to re-take a photo.

The IFU contain a dedicated section on how to take pictures (section name: `How to take pictures`) and technical specifications of the camera (section: `Technical specifications`)

We also offer training to the users to optimize the imaging process so that it is optimal for the device's operation.

PRS-1V6PRS-1XUPRS-2ZBPRS-3YHPRS-5LJPRS-7XK
Technical director

Verification is defined in TEST_009_Notify the user if the quality of the image is insufficient.

TEST_007 verifies REQ_007.

TEST_011 and R-TF-001-006 IFU and label validation verify REQ_012

313✅✅Acceptable

R-TF-015-003 Clinical Evaluation Report (sections: Validation and testing of machine learning models, Post-market Clinical investigations (with focus on clinical studies whose primary endpoint is improving diagnostic accuracy))

R-TF-012-015 Summative evaluation report_2024_001

Not applicable (acceptable risk)FALSETRUE✅Acceptable

Glossary of Columns

  1. ID: Stable unique identifier in the format "R-XXX" (letter R, dash, three alphanumeric characters). Persist this across revisions to preserve traceability and version history.
  2. Hazard or Use Error: Hazard or Use Error. A hazard is a potential source of harm (ISO 14971). A use error is an act or an omission by the user that causes a device response different from the one intended by the manufacturer or expected by the user (IEC 62366-1). Use the term that fits the risk's context.
  3. Type: One or more lenses that apply to this risk: Usability (human factors), Cybersecurity, Product (device safety), Regulatory, Artificial Intelligence. Select multiple when the risk cuts across lenses.
  4. Hazardous Situation or Vulnerability: If Type includes Cybersecurity, record the specific vulnerability that an attacker can exploit. Otherwise, record the hazardous situation, which is the circumstance that exposes people, property, or the environment to one or more hazards (ISO 14971).
  5. Foreseeable sequence of events: Foreseeable sequence of events. List the ordered, realistic steps—including reasonably foreseeable misuse—that can lead from the initiator to a hazardous situation and then to harm (ISO 14971).
  6. Harm: Potential injury or damage to health, or damage to property or the environment (ISO 14971). For AI‑related risks, also consider impacts on fundamental rights such as discrimination or undue bias when applicable (EU AI Act).
  7. Risk or Threat: Concise statement of the risk or the threat scenario. For risks in the ISO 14971 sense, think "combination of the probability of occurrence of harm and the severity of that harm." For cybersecurity, frame as "adversary capability exploiting a vulnerability leads to impact."
  8. Security (CIAA): Security properties affected: Confidentiality, Integrity, Availability, and Authenticity (CIAA). Required when Type includes Cybersecurity.
  9. User group: Intended user group for usability risks. Examples: Healthcare Professional (HCP) or Information Technology Professional (ITP). Optional for other risk types.
  10. User task: Specific task from the validated use scenarios that the user is performing when the risk can occur. Required for usability risks.
  11. Cause Requirement(s): Requirement codes (PRS-*) whose absence, defect, or violation could plausibly cause or contribute to the sequence of events.
  12. Affected Asset, Part or People: Assets, components, users, patients, or organizations that are impacted by the risk. Examples: patient, device, integration, managing organization, data set.
  13. Likelihood (Initial): Initial likelihood rating from 1 to 5. Interpret as the estimated probability that the hazardous situation will lead to harm before any controls. For cybersecurity, interpret as exploitability given exposure and attack preconditions.
  14. Severity (Initial): Initial severity rating from 1 to 5. Interpret as the magnitude of the foreseeable harm outcome before any controls.
  15. RPN (Initial): Initial Risk Priority Number from 1 to 25, calculated as Severity (Initial) multiplied by Likelihood (Initial). Use for prioritization; it does not replace ISO 14971 risk‑acceptability criteria.
  16. Control Opt (ABC): Chosen risk control option or options in the ISO 14971 priority order: A. Inherently safe design and construction; B. Protective measures in the device or in the manufacturing process; C. Information for safety and, when appropriate, training to users.
  17. Implemented mitigation measures: Implemented risk control measures and safeguards: design features, protective mechanisms, procedures, information for safety, training, and technical security controls.
  18. Mitigation or Control Requirement(s): Requirement codes (PRS-*) that implement the selected risk control measures to maintain full traceability.
  19. Responsible: Role accountable for planning, implementing, and verifying the risk control measures.
  20. Verification of implementation of risk control measures: Objective evidence that risk control measures have been implemented as specified. Examples: test protocols and reports, design reviews, configuration and release records.
  21. Severity (Controlled): Controlled severity rating from 1 to 5 after controls. Severity often remains unchanged unless the control reduces the potential magnitude of harm.
  22. Likelihood (Controlled): Controlled likelihood rating from 1 to 5 after controls. For cybersecurity, reflect the residual exploitability after mitigations.
  23. RPN (Controlled): Controlled Risk Priority Number from 1 to 25, calculated as Severity (Controlled) multiplied by Likelihood (Controlled).
  24. Residual risk evaluation: Residual risk band derived from the controlled RPN. 1 to 5: Acceptable. 6 to 12: As far as possible. 13 to 25: Not acceptable.
  25. Verification of effectiveness of risk control measures: Objective evidence that risk control measures are effective in reducing risk in the intended context. Examples: usability validation per IEC 62366‑1, clinical evaluation where applicable, cybersecurity verification and validation, penetration testing.
  26. Benefit-risk analysis: Benefit–risk analysis rationale. Required when the residual risk band is As far as possible or Not acceptable. Summarize the clinical or organizational benefits that outweigh the residual risk and explain why further risk reduction is not reasonably practicable.
  27. Risks arise from risk control measures?: Indicate whether the implemented controls introduce new hazards, hazardous situations, vulnerabilities, or use errors. If yes, create linked risk rows and evaluate them.
  28. Is risk control complete?: Confirm that all planned risk control measures have been implemented, verified, and shown effective, and that any secondary risks have been addressed.
  29. Overall residual risk acceptability: Overall residual risk acceptability. Record the management decision per the risk management plan's criteria, including any aggregated considerations and disclosure of residual risk. This is not derived solely from row completion.
  30. Threat Model Ref(s): References to the relevant threat‑model elements for cybersecurity risks. Examples: STRIDE items, attack trees, misuse cases, architecture nodes.
  31. Post-Market Plan Ref(s): References to production and post‑production monitoring activities that will detect, trend, or respond to this risk after release. Examples: human‑factors postmarket follow‑up, field security monitoring, incident response, complaint trending.