FDA Fixes Typo: Heart Device Patent Gets Two Extra Months
Published Date: 3/10/2026
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The FDA fixed a date typo in their earlier announcement about the AURORA EV-ICD patent review period. This update changes a deadline from February 6, 2026, to April 7, 2026, giving companies and patent holders more time to respond. If you’re involved with this medical device, this means a small but important shift in timing for patent extension decisions.
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