Boston Scientific recalls Stretch VL Ureteral Stent Sets with specific lot numbers due to reported difficulty tracking guidewires during procedures, potentially causing procedural delays.
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 certain Stretch VL Ureteral Stent Sets because they may cause difficulty tracking the guidewire during medical procedures, which could lead to procedural delays. This issue affects specific lot numbers and requires attention from healthcare providers using the product.
The stent set may cause difficulty tracking the guidewire during medical procedures, which could lead to procedural delays. This issue is reported through complaints but does not involve immediate physical harm to users.
Healthcare providers who use the recalled Stretch VL Ureteral Stent Sets are most at risk. The recall targets specific lot numbers produced by Boston Scientific.
Check for the lot number 24724232 on the product packaging. The affected stent sets are labeled as Stretch VL Ureteral Stent Set 6FX22- 30CM with .035 Sensor UPN: M006185156080.
Look for the lot number 24724232 on the product packaging to confirm if it is affected.
Boston Scientific recalls these stent sets due to reported difficulty tracking the guidewire during procedures, which may cause procedural delays.
Check the lot number on the packaging; if it is 24724232, contact Boston Scientific for further instructions.
The recall does not mention any risk of serious injury; the issue is limited to procedural delays during use.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Boston Scientific to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1738-2020 — Boston Scientific Boston Scientific Hello, I own a Boston Scientific that is covered by recall Z-1738-2020 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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