FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#151920

Product

Boston Scientific Imager II Angiographic Catheter, M001316581 (5-pack outer package UPN), M001316580, single unit, inner package UPN)

FDA product code
DQOCatheter, Intravascular, Diagnostic
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Cardiovascular
510(k) numbers
K121694
Affected lot / code info
Lot: 00116127, Expiration Date: September 30, 2018

Why it was recalled

One lot of Imager II Angiographic Catheters is being recalled due to packaging mislabeling. The product may be labeled as Imager II Contra 2 curve catheters, when in fact the package contains Contra curve catheters.

Root cause (FDA determination)

Employee error

Action the firm took

Customers were sent an Urgent Medical Device Removal letter, dated 12/5/2016, via overnight mail delivery beginning 12/15/2016. The letter identified affected product, described the issue, and asked for product to be returned. Removal instructions were provided and a Reply Verification Tracking Form was asked to be returned. Questions can be directed to Nicole Pshon, Field Action Manager at 763-494-1133 or BSCFieldActionCenter@bsci.com

Recalling firm

Firm
Boston Scientific Corporation
Address
2 Scimed Pl, Maple Grove, Minnesota 55311-1565

Distribution

Distribution pattern
AZ, FL, MO, NJ, NY, OH, PA, and TX.

Timeline

Recall initiated
2016-12-13
Posted by FDA
2017-03-23
Terminated
2017-11-22
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #151920. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.