The Recall Desk
CriticalFDA (Devices)·Z-1665-2024·Announced 2024-05-22

Expo Selective Angiographic Catheters Recalled for Material Delamination and Detachment

Boston Scientific recalls Expo 5F Selective Angiographic Catheters due to polyurethane layer delamination and material detachment that may prevent guidewire advancement during cardiac procedures. Affected batches 60443927 and 60495422 have been distributed worldwide.

What this means for you

Highest-severity recall. Risk of serious injury or death is documented or strongly suspected. Stop using the product now and follow the agency's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: The FDA classified this as a Class I recall. Per the severity rubric, FDA Class I classification constitutes a Critical-level recall regardless of whether adverse events have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Boston Scientific Corporation is recalling Expo 5F Selective Angiographic Catheters, Model 5F EXPO MULTIPACK (SGL), Reference Number H749085263001. A total of 363 units are affected, distributed worldwide with batch numbers 60443927 and 60495422.

The catheters have delamination of the polyurethane layer and material detachment in the catheter's inner lining. These defects prevent the guidewire from advancing properly through the catheter's lumen, impairing device functionality during cardiac angiography procedures.

The affected catheters have been distributed to healthcare facilities worldwide, including in the US, US Territories, EMEA countries, Canada, Latin America, and Asia Pacific regions. The FDA has classified this recall as Class I.

The recalled product

Product
Expo 5F Selective Angiographic Catheters, MODEL - 5F EXPO MULTIPACK (SGL), REF H749085263001; cardiac catheter
Manufacturer
Boston Scientific Corporation
Hazard
  • delamination
  • material-detachment
  • device-malfunction

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 (3)

  • UDI/DI 08714729521501
  • Batch Numbers: 60443927
  • 60495422

Distribution

Distribution scope not specified by the agency.