Boston Scientific — Class II medical device recall Z-1747-2014
Terminated recall by NEO METRICS, INC., reported 2014-06-18. Neo Metrics, Inc. is recalling NovaGold Guidewire because the tip may uncoil and / detach more frequently than
| Recall number | Z-1747-2014 |
|---|---|
| Product type | Medical device |
| Classification | Class II |
| Status | Terminated |
| Voluntary or mandated | Voluntary |
| Recalling firm | NEO METRICS, INC., Plymouth, MN, United States |
| Recall initiated | 2014-03-31 |
| Classified | 2014-06-10 |
| Reported by FDA | 2014-06-18 |
| Terminated | 2015-01-16 |
| Countries outside the US | AT, BE, DE, ES, FR, GB, IT, NL, SE |
| Reason classes | device malfunction |
Product
Boston Scientific, NovaGold High Performance Guidewire, Rx only, Sterilized using ethylene oxide, UPN M00552010 and M00552000, Manufactured by NeoMetrics Inc, 2605 Fernbrook Lane Suite J, Plymouth, MN 55447. The NovaGold Guidewire is intended for use in selective cannulation of the biliary ducts including the common bile, pancreatic, cystic, right and left hepatic ducts, and to aid in the placement of diagnostic and therapeutic devices during endoscopic procedures.
Reason for recall
Neo Metrics, Inc. is recalling NovaGold Guidewire because the tip may uncoil and / detach more frequently than anticipated. There have been no reports of illness or injury.
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