The Recall Desk
ModerateFDA (Devices)·Z-0049-2015·Announced 2014-10-15

Boston Scientific Recalls StarMedTec LightTrail Reusable Fibers for Laser Compatibility

Boston Scientific is recalling 5 units of StarMedTec LightTrail Reusable Fibers because they are not cleared for use with lasers other than the Auriga XL system.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The recall is classified as FDA Class II, and the source text does not report any illnesses, injuries, or hospitalizations, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity rating.

Plain-English summary

Boston Scientific Corporation is recalling 5 units of StarMedTec LightTrail Reusable Fibers, 365 um (Material/Part Number: 6453, Batch Code: 2011-00238). The recall was initiated because the product is not cleared for use with lasers other than the Auriga XL system.

The affected units were distributed in the United States, including the states of New York and Texas. The recall is classified as Class II by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Healthcare providers and consumers should stop using the affected fibers and contact Boston Scientific Corporation for further instructions or a return.

The recalled product

Product
StarMedTec LightTrail¿ Reusable Fibers, 365 um; Material/Part Number: 6453
Affected units
5

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Lot numbers (1)

  • Material/Part Number: 6453 Batch Code: 2011-00238

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states:

Part of a larger recall action

This product is one of 3 recalled by Boston Scientific Corporation under a single FDA (Devices) recall action. The agency files each product separately, so the size of the action is not visible from this page alone.

See all 3 products in this recall →