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Boston Scientific brand Pivot Steerable Microcatheter, 1.9F/2.4F, Catalog #: 1721, Universal Product Number: M00317210,

FDA device recall Z-0895-06 · posted 2006-05-23 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Boston Scientific Target
Reason for recall
During forward advancement, the user may experience increased resistance and may exhibit jump-effect, and this could result in increase in procedure time, or vessel injury, including perforation.
Action taken
On 4/25/06, the firm initiated the recall notification via letters explaining the reason for the recall and requesting the product be returned.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
KRA
Quantity affected
444 units
Distribution
The product was released for distribution to 51 consignees in US and 12 foreign consignees: Finland, Austria, Belgium, The Netherlands, Great Britain, Italy, France, Spain, Germany, Poland, Russia and
Date initiated
2006-04-26
Date posted
2006-05-23
Date terminated
2006-12-21
Location
Fremont, CA

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