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Boston Scientific Microvasive Radial Jaw 3 Single-Use Maximum Capacity Biopsy Forceps Needle, 240 cm length, 3.3 mm Jaw

FDA device recall Z-0562-03 · posted 2003-02-21 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Symbiosis Corp.
Reason for recall
Product does not have the needle component as part of the jaw assembly.
Action taken
The firm forwarded recall letters and response forms via Federal Express to Risk Managers at hospitals on 9/3/2002. Accounts were asked to return product by first calling 1-800-862-1284.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Quantity affected
155/5-pack
Distribution
Product was distributed to 29 hospital accounts nationwide. There were no intenational, govenment or military accounts.
Date initiated
2002-09-03
Date posted
2003-02-21
Date terminated
2008-04-15
Location
Miami, FL

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