FDA recall record

Boston Scientific Guider Softip XF Guide Catheter Product Usage: Is a neurovascular access recall — FDA Z-2735-2018

Potential polymer material degradation.

Class IIclassification
Z-2735-2018official record ID
Aug 15, 2018report date

Recall record at a glance

Official recordZ-2735-2018
CategoryMedical Device Recalls
ClassificationClass II
FDA record statusTerminated
Recalling firmBoston Scientific Corporation
Report dateAug 15, 2018
Recall initiation dateDec 11, 2017
Quantity31,005
LocationMaple Grove, MN, United States

Official product description

Boston Scientific Guider Softip XF Guide Catheter Product Usage: Is a neurovascular access catheter that creates a stable conduit through which interventional devices can pass. It is constructed with a polymer liner on the inside diameter for lubricity, stainless steel wire reinforcement within the wall for torque transmission and strength, and polymer materials along the length of the catheter for support and flexibility. The catheter has an atraumatic tip and a hub/strain relief combination for kink resistance (at the hub), device connectivity, and device handling.

Why the product was recalled

Potential polymer material degradation.

Distribution information

Worldwide - US Nationwide Distribution - AL, FL, IL, IN, KY, MA, MI, MN, MS, NC, NV, NY, OH, OR, TN, TX, UT, WA and the country CANADA

How to read the classification

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Additional record details

Recall type: Voluntary: Firm initiated. Initial notification: Letter.

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