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Boston Scientific Corporation recalls Boston Scientific, PT Graphix Magnet J-TIP Guidewire with ICE Hydrophilic Coating, Sterile EO, UPN H7491490201MJ2 (Cart
Recalled April 20, 2016 · FDA recall Z-1370-2016 · Boston Scientific
Hazard
Boston Scientific is voluntarily implementing a Medical Device Recall of one batch of PT Graphix Magnet J-TIP Guidewires. Boston Scientific has found that, while the batch is labeled as a J-tip model, the guidewires are straight and do not have the pre-formed J-tip. The most severe injury expected to occur is a limited procedure delay caused by the need to replace the guidewire with one that has · FDA Class II
Units
47 units
Sold at
US nationwide in the states of ME, LA, and TN
Description
Boston Scientific is voluntarily implementing a Medical Device Recall of one batch of PT Graphix Magnet J-TIP Guidewires. Boston Scientific has found that, while the batch is labeled as a J-tip model, the guidewires are straight and do not have the pre-formed J-tip. The most severe injury expected to occur is a limited procedure delay caused by the need to replace the guidewire with one that has
Product
Boston Scientific, PT Graphix Magnet J-TIP Guidewire with ICE Hydrophilic Coating, Sterile EO, UPN H7491490201MJ2 (Carton Label) ,H7491490201MJo (UPN referenced on the Pouch Label) . Boston Scientific PT Graphix Magnet Guidewire with ICE Hydrophilic Coating is a steerable guidewire available with a nominal diameter of 0.014 in (0.37 mm) and in nominal lengths of 182 cm. PT Graphix Magnet is available with a shapeable Straight Tip or a preformed "J"¿ Tip. The PT Graphix Magnet Guidewire features a 10 or 38 cm polymer sleeve, coated with ICE Hydrophilic Coating, jacketing the distal tapered core wire. The proximal section of the PT Graphix Magnet Guidewire is coated with a fluorinated polymer.
Manufacturer(s)
Boston Scientific Corporation
Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Official recall notice on fda.gov →