This is why there are separate rules and standard for implantable, wearable, and supporting medical devices.
I kind of disagree. Medical devices should be repaired by trained professionals using OEM parts only.
How’d you feel if your pacemaker’s battery started leaking acid into your body because Kevin from accounting had made a diy drone once and he found a good deal on AliExpress specials batteries.
JustEnoughDucks@feddit.nl 1 month ago
redisdead@lemmy.world 1 month ago
When your hacked together CPAP sends asbestos directly into your lungs because Bob from maintenance had some spare time to fix it, you’ll be crying about malpractice.
Avatar_of_Self@lemmy.world 1 month ago
So, for ventilators, I’d definitely prefer a DIY repair attempt and rolling the dice instead of having a ventilator that doesn’t work, especially when you absolutely need them but don’t have them.