Boston Scientific recalls Contour VL Variable Length Ureteral Stent Sets with nickel debris from manufacturing. Affected units include specific model numbers and production lots. Consumers should contact the company for details.
Trace amounts of metallic debris were found on the stent related to the manufacturing process. The debris was confirmed to be particles of nickel.
Boston Scientific is recalling certain Contour VL Variable Length Ureteral Stent Sets due to trace nickel debris found during manufacturing. This could cause allergic reactions or irritation in some users, though serious injury risks are not specified in the recall.
The stent contains trace amounts of nickel debris from the manufacturing process. This debris could cause allergic reactions or irritation in individuals sensitive to nickel, though the recall does not mention serious injury risks.
People who own or use the recalled Contour VL Variable Length Ureteral Stent Sets with the listed model numbers and production lots are affected. Those with nickel allergies may be at higher risk of irritation.
Check for the model numbers: UPN M006180155090, M006180156090, M006180156180, M006180156190. Also look for the production lots listed in the GTIN codes.
Identify your stent model and production lot by checking the product labels or the GTIN numbers provided in the recall.
Yes, the recall states that trace nickel debris could cause allergic reactions or irritation in people sensitive to nickel.
Check the model numbers and production lots listed in the recall: UPN M006180155090, M006180156090, M006180156180, M006180156190, and the corresponding production lots.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Boston Scientific directly for further 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-0758-2021 — Boston Scientific Boston Scientific Hello, I own a Boston Scientific that is covered by recall Z-0758-2021 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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