Severity
Moderate
FDA Devices recall · Reported September 23, 2015
Cross-threading of the hemostasis valve may occur if it is tightened with the dilator in place, possibly preventing subsequent sealing of the valve when desired. This Field Correc…
Boston Scientific Corporation recalled Boston Scientific, WATCHMAN Access System Access Sheath with Dilator, 14F Single curve(… - a moderate-severity action.
Boston Scientific, WATCHMAN Access System Access Sheath with Dilator, 14F Single curve(… was recalled by Boston Scientific Corporation in September 23, 2015. Reason: Cross-threading of the hemostasis valve may occur if it is tightened with the dilator in place, possibly prev…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #Z-2766-2015 with the FDA Devices before acting.
The recall
Boston Scientific Corporation issued this moderate-severity FDA Devices recall-Cross-threading of the hemostasis valve may occur if it is tightened with the dilator in place, possibly prev….
Sourced from official FDA Devices enforcement records. Verify recall #Z-2766-2015 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
This FDA Devices action (record #Z-2766-2015) was formally reported on September 23, 2015, with the manufacturer initiating the action on August 25, 2015. It is classified under Moderate severity (Class II), with a current status of Terminated. Boston Scientific Corporation is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Maple Grove, MN. Federal records list the affected scope as 29,169 units total.
The documented reason for this recall is: Cross-threading of the hemostasis valve may occur if it is tightened with the dilator in place, possibly preventing subsequent sealing of the valve when desired. This Field Correction reinforces the Directions for Use (… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Worldwide Distribution-US (nationwide) and the countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Gree…. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from FDA Devices - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
Where this recall sits in its category - 40,322 medical devices recalls on record
Of 101,704 recalls in the database, 24,878 are high severity, 72,426 moderate, and 4,400 low. This recall is classified moderate severity.
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Severity
Moderate
Affected scope
29,169 units total
Related Recalls
6
3 from same agency
Boston Scientific, WATCHMAN Access System Access Sheath with Dilator, 14F Single curve( M635TU10060, TU1006) , 14F Double curve (M635TU20060, TU2006) , & 14F Anterior curve (M635TU40060, TU4006). For cardiac use.
Cross-threading of the hemostasis valve may occur if it is tightened with the dilator in place, possibly preventing subsequent sealing of the valve when desired. This Field Correction reinforces the Directions for Use (DFU) and gives further guidance on correct use of the hemostasis valve to avoid cross-threading and to securely seal the valve, minimizing potential for undesired blood leakage.
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | U.S. Food and Drug Administration |
| Severity class | Moderate (Class II) |
| Status | Terminated |
| Recall number | Z-2766-2015 |
| Date reported | September 23, 2015 |
| Date initiated | August 25, 2015 |
| Recalling firm | Boston Scientific Corporation |
| Firm location | Maple Grove, MN |
| Affected scope | 29,169 units total |
| Distribution | Worldwide Distribution-US (nationwide) and the countries of Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hong Kong, Hunga… |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Devices enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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