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FDA (Devices) recall action 89862

Boston Scientific Corporation recalled 2 products on 2022-05-04

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Products
2
Announced
2022-05-04
Critical
0
Units
85,220

Why these products were recalled

Users need to be aware that embolism is a possible adverse event associated with hydrogel misplacements. Updated IFU provides new procedural instructions, warnings and precautions that describe steps to verify correct placement of the hydrogel following implantation, as well as technique recommendations for the proper placement of SpaceOAR and SpaceOAR Vue.

The agency’s own wording, quoted from the enforcement report.

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  • HighFDA (Devices)··2022-05-04

    Boston Scientific SpaceOAR System Embolism Risk from Hydrogel Misplacement

    FDA recalls Boston Scientific's SpaceOAR System due to risk of embolism from incorrect hydrogel placement during prostate cancer radiotherapy. Updated instructions provide verification steps for proper placement.

    Product
    SpaceOAR System, UPN SO-1010, SO-2101, SO-3101, and SO-4101. Used to temporarily position the anterior rectal wall away from the prostate during radiotherapy for prostate cancer to reduce the radiation dose delivered to the anterior rectum.
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  • HighFDA (Devices)··2022-05-04

    SpaceOAR Vue System Recalled for Embolism Risk from Misplacement

    The SpaceOAR Vue System implant used in prostate cancer radiotherapy is being recalled because improper hydrogel placement can cause embolism. Boston Scientific has updated instructions and warnings to prevent misplacement.

    Product
    SpaceOAR Vue System, UPN SV-1010 and SV-2101. Used to temporarily position the anterior rectal wall away from the prostate during radiotherapy for prostate cancer to reduce the radiation dose delivered to the anterior rectum.
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