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FDA Devices Critical Class I Terminated

RotaWire Elite and wireClip Torquer, Guidewire and Guidewire Manipulation Device, Extra Support. REF H802233301 (5-pack outer package), REF H802233300 (single unit). The Rotablator rotational atherectomy system consists of a diamond tipped burr capable of high speed rotation designed for plaque modification and debulking in vascular interventions. This system is designed to travel over a specialized 0.009 guidewire to guide the path of burr travel to deliver therapy where intended.

Reported: November 18, 2015 Initiated: October 9, 2015 #Z-0212-2016

Product Description

RotaWire Elite and wireClip Torquer, Guidewire and Guidewire Manipulation Device, Extra Support. REF H802233301 (5-pack outer package), REF H802233300 (single unit). The Rotablator rotational atherectomy system consists of a diamond tipped burr capable of high speed rotation designed for plaque modification and debulking in vascular interventions. This system is designed to travel over a specialized 0.009 guidewire to guide the path of burr travel to deliver therapy where intended. The guidewires are intended for use with the Rotablator Rotational Atherectomy System.

Reason for Recall

Boston Scientific is recalling its recently released RotaWire Elite Guidewire and wireClip Torquer Guidewire Manipulation device that is used in conjunction with the Rotablator Rotational Atherectomy System because of complaints of wire fracture.

Details

Units Affected
955 single units (191 5-packs)
Distribution
Worldwide Distribution: US Distribution in the states of AZ, CA, DE, FL, GA, IL, LA, MD, MI, MN, NE, NY, PA, SC, TX, WA, and WI, and the countries of Belgium, Germany, Great Britain, Italy, Japan, and South Africa.
Location
Maple Grove, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
RotaWire Elite and wireClip Torquer, Guidewire and Guidewire Manipulation Device, Extra Support. REF H802233301 (5-pack outer package), REF H802233300 (single unit). The Rotablator rotational atherectomy system consists of a diamond tipped burr capable of high speed rotation designed for plaque modification and debulking in vascular interventions. This system is designed to travel over a specialized 0.009 guidewire to guide the path of burr travel to deliver therapy where intended. The guidewires are intended for use with the Rotablator Rotational Atherectomy System.. Recalled by Boston Scientific Corporation. Units affected: 955 single units (191 5-packs).
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Boston Scientific is recalling its recently released RotaWire Elite Guidewire and wireClip Torquer Guidewire Manipulation device that is used in conjunction with the Rotablator Rotational Atherectomy System because of complaints of wire fracture.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on November 18, 2015. Severity: Critical. Recall number: Z-0212-2016.

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