RecallDepth

Boston Scientific Scimed Maverick 2 Monorail" PTCA Catheter, 3.0 mm 15 mm REF 38928-1530 Lot 9565194 Use before 2010-04 Indicated for balloon dilation of the stenotic portion of a coronary artery or bypass graft stenosis for the purpose of improving myocardial perfusion.

Company
Boston Scientific Corporation One Boston
Recall Initiated
May 1, 2007
Posted
August 26, 2008
Terminated
September 10, 2008
Recall Number
Z-2165-2008
Quantity
24 Units
Firm Location
Scientific Place Natick, MA

Reason for Recall

The units within this lot may not meet thickness specifications surrounding the wire exit port wall, which may result in an air embolization if the Port Septum Wall burts.

Distribution

International Distribution --- including countries of Greece, Germany, Great Britain, Spain, Sweden, Belgium, and Algeria.

Lot / Code Info

Lot 9565194, Exp April 2010.

Root Cause

Nonconforming Material/Component

Action Taken

Consignees were sent a "Boston Scientific Urgent Medical Device Recall or Correction-Immediate Action Required" letter dated May 11, 2007. The letter addressed to Risk mangers, described the issue and product. The letter requested the immediate discontinued use of and segregation of recalled product, A Reply Verification Tracking Form was requested to be completed and returned.

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