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FDA Devices Moderate Class II Terminated

Guidezilla II Guide Extension Catheter Sterilized using ethylene oxide. Packaged in the following sizes: 1. REF/Catalog No. H7493933515060, 6F; 2. REF/Catalog No H7493933515070, 7F.

Reported: December 4, 2019 Initiated: October 24, 2019 #Z-0578-2020

Product Description

Guidezilla II Guide Extension Catheter Sterilized using ethylene oxide. Packaged in the following sizes: 1. REF/Catalog No. H7493933515060, 6F; 2. REF/Catalog No H7493933515070, 7F.

Reason for Recall

Certain dilation and extension catheters are being recalled because these catheters may have missed the hydrophilic coating step, which creates a lubricious surface on the devices, during the manufacturing process.

Details

Units Affected
14,145 devices total
Distribution
Nationwide including Washington D.C. and Puerto Rico. OUS to include Canada.
Location
Maple Grove, MN

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Guidezilla II Guide Extension Catheter Sterilized using ethylene oxide. Packaged in the following sizes: 1. REF/Catalog No. H7493933515060, 6F; 2. REF/Catalog No H7493933515070, 7F.. Recalled by Boston Scientific Corporation. Units affected: 14,145 devices total.
Why was this product recalled?
Certain dilation and extension catheters are being recalled because these catheters may have missed the hydrophilic coating step, which creates a lubricious surface on the devices, during the manufacturing process.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on December 4, 2019. Severity: Moderate. Recall number: Z-0578-2020.