Which J05 codes can be used in a EUDAMED device record?

All 3 codes listed under J05 (Brachytherapy Implantable Devices) are terminal, so any of them can be selected in a device record.

How deep is the J05 hierarchy?

The J05 branch runs 1 level below the group code.

How many J05 codes are catch-all entries?

0 terminal codes under J05 are "- Other" entries and 1 is an "- Accessories" entry, 33% of the branch. The remaining 2 name a specific device type.

EMDN J05: Brachytherapy Implantable Devices

Complete hierarchy for EMDN group J05 in category J (Active-Implantable Devices): 3 terminal codes, EMDN v2026. Terminal codes are the ones accepted in a EUDAMED device record.

J05Brachytherapy Implantable Devices
- J0501Brachytherapy Sourcesterminal
- J0502Brachytherapy Administration Kitsterminal
- J0580Implantable Brachytherapy Devices - Accessoriesterminal

How J05 is structured

terminal codes, selectable in a device record

branch headings, not selectable

name a specific device type

33%

fallback entries: Other and Accessories

The Brachytherapy Implantable Devices branch runs 1 level deep. Every code below is terminal.

0 terminal codes are “- Other” entries and 1 is an “- Accessories” entry, 33% of the branch. An “- Other” code is the residual slot for devices its siblings do not name, so it is worth ruling out every specific sibling before settling on one.

Frequently asked questions

Which J05 codes can be used in a EUDAMED device record?: All 3 codes listed under J05 (Brachytherapy Implantable Devices) are terminal, so any of them can be selected in a device record.
How deep is the J05 hierarchy?: The J05 branch runs 1 level below the group code.
How many J05 codes are catch-all entries?: 0 terminal codes under J05 are "- Other" entries and 1 is an "- Accessories" entry, 33% of the branch. The remaining 2 name a specific device type.

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Other groups in category J

J01Cardiac Functionality Implantable Devices J02Implantable Neurostimulators J03Auditory Active-Implantable Devices J04Implantable Pumps J06Active Implantable Glucose Monitoring Systems J07Ophthalmological Use Active Implantable Devices J99Active-Implantable Devices - Other

Source: European Commission, EMDN v2026 official release. Terminal codes are the only codes accepted in a EUDAMED device record. EMDN is a nomenclature, not a risk classification. MDR/IVDR class is determined separately.