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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Boston Scientific TSX Transseptal Needle, Model Number M004TSX60o; Used to create the primary puncture in the interatrial septum when passing an intruder and/or catheter through the septum from the right side of the heart to the left side.

Reported: April 20, 2016 Initiated: March 15, 2016 #Z-1375-2016

Product Description

Boston Scientific TSX Transseptal Needle, Model Number M004TSX60o; Used to create the primary puncture in the interatrial septum when passing an intruder and/or catheter through the septum from the right side of the heart to the left side.

Reason for Recall

Merit Medical Systems, Inc. is voluntarily conducting a recall of one lot of the TSX" Transseptal Needle due to a discrepancy between the labeling and the actual configuration of the device in the packaging. The curve dimensional values on the labels of this lot incorrectly indicate a 50¿ curve, rather than the correct 86¿ curve

Details

Units Affected
25
Distribution
Distributed to one customer in the US.
Location
South Jordan, UT

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Boston Scientific TSX Transseptal Needle, Model Number M004TSX60o; Used to create the primary puncture in the interatrial septum when passing an intruder and/or catheter through the septum from the right side of the heart to the left side.. Recalled by Merit Medical Systems, Inc.. Units affected: 25.
Why was this product recalled?
Merit Medical Systems, Inc. is voluntarily conducting a recall of one lot of the TSX" Transseptal Needle due to a discrepancy between the labeling and the actual configuration of the device in the packaging. The curve dimensional values on the labels of this lot incorrectly indicate a 50¿ curve, rather than the correct 86¿ curve
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on April 20, 2016. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-1375-2016.