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 tracking over guidewires during procedures, leading to procedural delays. This could affect medical procedures where precise wire tracking is critical.
The device may cause difficulty or inability to track over the guidewire, which can lead to procedural delays. This happens because the wire's hydrophilic tip might not function as intended during medical procedures.
Medical professionals using the device during procedures are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with this device may experience delays in treatment.
Check for lot numbers 24501748 through 24868932 on the device packaging. The product includes model codes UPN: M006670309 and UPN: M0066703090.
Look for lot numbers 24501748 through 24868932 on the device packaging.
Boston Scientific recalls this wire due to an increase in complaints about difficulty or inability to track over the guidewire, which may cause procedural delays.
Check for lot numbers 24501748 through 24868932 on the device packaging. The product includes model codes UPN: M006670309 and UPN: M0066703090.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Boston Scientific directly for guidance.
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Subject: Recall Z-1731-2020 — Boston Scientific Boston Scientific Hello, I own a Boston Scientific that is covered by recall Z-1731-2020 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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