As part of the procedure applicable to medical devices undergoing clinical investigations, the manufacturer shall draw up a declaration containing the information referred to in Articles R. 1123-37 to R. 1123-41 and certifying that the medical device concerned complies with the essential requirements defined in Section 5 of this Chapter, with the exception of the aspects to be investigated and for which he certifies that all precautions have been taken to protect the health and safety of the patient.
The manufacturer must also compile documentation making it possible to identify the device, its design and the manufacturing methods envisaged and the results of the risk analysis.