A dataset of digital therapeutic device approvals to support regulatory decisions and industry research

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Authors: Qichuan Fang, Jiaming Liang, Songping Li, Jingkai Zeng, Yongcheng Liu, Lifang Zhang, Lei Ye, Haitao Zhang, Y Q He, Lei Dong, Xiang Peng, Jianbo Lei
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Abstract

Digital Therapeutics (DTx), as an evidence-based, software-driven medical intervention, are rapidly developing globally with corresponding regulatory frameworks being gradually established in multiple countries. However, there is currently a lack of unified and structured data resources to support in-depth cross-national comparative and industry analysis. To address this, this study aimed to construct a standardized dataset covering approved DTx devices from four countries: US, China, Germany, and Belgium. We identified devices through systematic searches of national public databases combined with a keyword strategy. Following rigorous multi-stage screening, standardized information extraction, and expert arbitration, 507 devices meeting international DTx criteria were ultimately included, encompassing 18 product characteristics. This dataset provides a comprehensive and reliable structured data foundation for regulatory decision-making, industry research, and cross-national policy analysis pertaining to DTx.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Biomedical Ethics and Regulation Biosimilars and Bioanalytical Methods Digital Mental Health Interventions

Publication details

Journal / source
Scientific Data
Publisher
Springer Science and Business Media LLC
Volume
13
Issue
1
Publication date
23 April 2026
Language
EN