Boston Scientific recalls Sensor Nitinol Wire with Hydrophilic Tip due to difficulty tracking over guidewires, potentially causing procedural delays. Affected units have 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 users report trouble tracking the device over guidewires. This could cause delays in medical procedures requiring the wire.
The wire may not track properly over guidewires, leading to procedural delays. This happens because the wire's hydrophilic tip can cause issues during insertion, requiring exchanges.
Healthcare professionals using the wire during medical procedures are most likely affected. Patients receiving procedures with this wire may be impacted if delays occur.
Check for lot numbers 24484631, 24494135, 24494288, 24533782, 24584655, 24617736, 24625474, 24665994, or 24723912. The product has model codes M0066703061 (box of 5) or M0066703060 (single unit).
Look for lot numbers 24484631, 24494135, 24494288, 24533782, 24584655, 24617736, 24625474, 24665994, or 24723912 on the device packaging.
Boston Scientific recalls this wire due to increased complaints about difficulty or inability to track it over guidewires, which may cause procedural delays.
Check the lot numbers on the device packaging. If your product has one of the listed lot numbers, contact Boston Scientific for further instructions.
The recall is for procedural delays, not direct injury risks. The hazard does not involve immediate safety threats like fire or laceration.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Boston Scientific to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1730-2020 — Boston Scientific Boston Scientific Hello, I own a Boston Scientific that is covered by recall Z-1730-2020 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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