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# Patient Guides for Orthopedic Implants
- URL: https://www.fdaweb.com/patient-guides-for-orthopedic-implants/
- Published: 2023-06-29T12:00:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-09-14T18:42:09.000Z
- Author: David McFarland
- Tags: FDA Policy/General, #legacy-id-D5154800

*Federal Register* notice: FDA is announcing the availability of the draft guidance entitled “Patient-Matched Guides to Orthopedic Implants.” The document provides recommendations on information that should be included in regulatory submissions for such devices. It also offers recommendations that manufacturers should consider when developing their design process for these device types. To view the notice, click [here](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2023-06-28/pdf/2023-13730.pdf?ref=fdaweb.com).