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PeriVac brand Pericardial Fluid Aspiration Procedure Kit (Pericardiocentensis Kit), with Pigtail Drainage Catheter; Mode

FDA device recall Z-0071-04 · posted 2003-10-30 · Terminated

Recall details

Recalling firm
Boston Scientific
Reason for recall
The product has the potential to break during withdrawal process.
Action taken
On 9/22/03, the firm issued letters via Federal Express to all its direct consignees, informing them of the affected devices and providing instructions on the recall.
Root cause
Other
Status
Terminated
Product code
DQX
Quantity affected
11835 units
Distribution
The product was distributed worldwide to hospitals and medical supply distributors, totaling 1100 consignees. The recall was appropriately extended to the consumer/user level; i.e., the wholesalers/di
Date initiated
2003-09-29
Date posted
2003-10-30
Date terminated
2004-03-09
Location
San Jose, CA

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