Boston Scientific recalls Radial Jaw 4 Standard Capacity Biopsy Forceps with specific packaging that may breach sterile barriers. Affected units include certain box sizes and lot numbers. Consumers should contact the company for details.
Potential for breach in sterile barrier of device packaging.
Boston Scientific is recalling specific models of Radial Jaw 4 Standard Capacity Biopsy Forceps due to potential breaches in the sterile packaging. This could lead to contamination during medical procedures if the packaging fails.
The sterile packaging may breach, potentially contaminating the device during medical procedures. This could lead to infection or other complications if the device is used without proper sterility.
Medical professionals using these biopsy forceps for procedures. The risk is low as the packaging breach is unlikely to occur in normal handling.
Check for the specific box sizes: 20 or 40 units per box. Look for the outer box UPN codes M00513401, M00513402, or M00513411. Also check the lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
Reach out to Boston Scientific for specific details about your product and instructions on how to return it.
The recall is for potential packaging breaches, not the forceps themselves. They are safe to use if the packaging remains intact.
Check the outer box UPN codes (M00513401, M00513402, or M00513411) and lot numbers listed in the recall notice.
The recall does not specify a return process, but you should contact Boston Scientific for instructions.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Boston Scientific to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2838-2026 — Boston Scientific Boston Scientific Hello, I own a Boston Scientific that is covered by recall Z-2838-2026 from Boston Scientific. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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