Boston Scientific recalls Sensor Nitinol Wire with Hydrophilic Tip due to difficulty tracking over guidewires, potentially causing procedural delays. Affected units include specific lot numbers and model codes.
An increase in the rate of complaints for difficulty or inability to track over the guidewire, may result in a procedural delay due to the need to exchange the affected device
Boston Scientific is recalling Sensor Nitinol Wire with Hydrophilic Tip because it may cause difficulty or inability to track the wire during procedures, leading to procedural delays. This could affect medical procedures where precise wire tracking is critical.
The wire may become difficult or impossible to track over guidewires during medical procedures. This could cause procedural delays as the medical team may need to exchange the device, but it does not cause injury or death.
Healthcare professionals using the wire during medical procedures are most likely affected. Patients undergoing procedures with this device may experience delays but not immediate harm.
Check for the model code UPN: M0066703101 (box of 5 units) or UPN: M0066703100 (single unit). Lot numbers 24538844 and 24647121 are also associated with this recall.
Identify the model code and lot numbers to confirm if your device is affected.
The recall is for potential procedural delays, not direct patient injury. The hazard does not cause harm but may require device exchange.
Check for model codes UPN: M0066703101 (box of 5) or UPN: M0066703100 (single unit) and lot numbers 24538844 or 24647121.
No immediate action is required. The recall addresses potential procedural delays, not safety risks.
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Subject: Recall Z-1732-2020 — Boston Scientific Boston Scientific Hello, I own a Boston Scientific that is covered by recall Z-1732-2020 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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