Recall Z-1370-2016 ยท DQX Wire, Guide, Catheter
Boston Scientific Corporation
Boston Scientific, PT Graphix Magnet J-TIP Guidewire with ICE Hydrophilic Coating, Sterile EO, UPN H7491490201MJ2 (Carton Label) ,H7491490201MJo (UPN referenced on the Pouch Label) . Boston Scientific PT Graphix Magnet Guidewire with ICE Hydrophilic Coating is a steerable guidewire available with a nominal diameter of 0.014 in (0.37 mm) and in nominal lengths of 182 cm. PT Graphix Magnet is avai
| Date | Mar 28, 2016 |
| Status | Terminated |
| Reason | Boston Scientific is voluntarily implementing a Medical Device Recall of one batch of PT Graphix Magnet J-TIP Guidewires. Boston Scientific has found that, while the batch is labeled as a J-tip model, the guidewires are straight and do not have the pre-formed J-tip. The most severe injury expected to occur is a limited procedure delay caused by the need to replace the guidewire with one that has |
| Root cause | Process control |
| Action | Boston Scientific sent an "Urgent Medical Device Recall" letter dated March 28, 2016. The letter was addressed to Cath Lab Materials Manager / Field Action Contact. The letter described the problem and the product affected by the recall. Advised consignees to cease immediately further distribution or use of the product and to notify their customers. They also requested consignees to complete and return "The Reply Verification Tracking Form" For questions contact your local Boston scientific sales Representative of the Boston Scientific Filed Action Center.. |
| Quantity | 47 units |
| Distribution | US nationwide in the states of ME, LA, and TN |
| FDA record | Open on fda.gov |
510(k) clearances named in this recall
| K143587 | ChoICE Guide Wire, Mailman Guide Wire, Luge Guide Wire, ChoICE PT Guide Wire, PT Graphix Wire Boston Scientific Corporation, Jan 15, 2015 |