FDA Device Recalls

Recalls /

#31583

Product

Wallstent Rx Biliary Endoprosthesis with Unistep Plus Delivery System 8 Fr, 10mm x 60mm Catalog Number: 6965

FDA product code
FGEStents, Drains And Dilators For The Biliary Ducts
Device class
Class 2
Medical specialty
Gastroenterology, Urology
510(k) numbers
K012752, K030107
Affected lot / code info
Lot Number: 6023979

Why it was recalled

Incorrect label states stent covered with 'Permalume Covering', product is uncovered

Root cause (FDA determination)

Other

Action the firm took

Boston Scientific notified domestic and international accounts by letter on 1/28/04. Accounts are requested to return product.

Recalling firm

Firm
Boston Scientific Corporation
Address
1 Boston Scientific Pl, Natick, Massachusetts 01760-1536

Distribution

Distribution pattern
CA, GA, , MD, NY, OR, ND, PA Netherlands

Timeline

Recall initiated
2004-01-28
Posted by FDA
2004-07-20
Terminated
2006-06-28
Status

Source: openFDA Device Recall endpoint. Recall record ID #31583. The FDA issues recall classifications as health-hazard assessments, not legal findings; for legal claims consult a licensed attorney.