Resumen de Value of Unique Device Identification in the Digital Health Infrastructure

Natalia A. Wilson, Joseph Drozda

• In recent years, high-profile cases of medical device failure resulting in patient harm�such as implantable cardioverter-defibrillator leads and metal-on-metal hip implants�have received substantial attention both in the medical literature and popular press.1- 2 These examples illustrate the need for a more effective system of monitoring device performance and protecting patient safety.