RecallDepth

Boston Scientific, LeVeen Needle Electrode, 25 cm, 5.0 cm, sterile; REF M001262170. For tissue coagulation.

This recall has been terminated (originally issued September 9, 2009).

Company
Boston Scientific Corp
Recall Initiated
July 6, 2009
Posted
September 9, 2009
Terminated
October 8, 2010
Recall Number
Z-1877-2009
Quantity
347
Firm Location
Spencer, IN
Official Source
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Reason for Recall

The tines may detach from the core wire during use, which may result in bleeding or soft tissue trauma requiring medical intervention.

Distribution

Nationwide.

Lot / Code Info

Lots 8839481, 8900349, 9043740, 9084603, 9296400, 9300554, 9442864, 9531903, 9569178, 9707800, 9746026, 9787308, 11182329, 11203869, 11350192, 11403787, 11518357, 11559944, 12219051 and 12475134.

Root Cause

Process control

Action Taken

Boston Scientific notified consignees by letter dated 7/6/09 and instructed to cease using and to return the products, and to complete and return a reply form.

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