Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation recalls Fifty-five (55) cm 8 Contact Extension Kit, part number M365SC3138550 - Product Usage: Lead Extensions are designed to…

Recall date

April 24, 2019

Source

U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) — enforcement report

Recall number

Z-2124-2020

FDA classification

Class II

Brand / firm

Boston Scientific Neuromodulation Corporation

Sold / distributed

Distributed OUS only. to 14 countries.

Why it was recalled

The firm is initiating a voluntary removal of certain spinal cord stimulation leads, lead extensions, adapters, and deep brain stimulation lead extensions due to the "use by date" displayed on the label which is later than the correct "use by date". No adverse health consequence is expected to occur from this issue.

Class II means using this product may cause temporary or medically reversible health problems; the chance of serious harm is remote.

What was recalled

Fifty-five (55) cm 8 Contact Extension Kit, part number M365SC3138550 - Product Usage: Lead Extensions are designed to connect the percutaneous leads to the Implantable Pulse Generator (IPG) for spinal cord stimulation. The extension may be added to a lead to externalize the lead for a trial procedure or to extend the lead when a permanent IPG is implanted. Package Contents: Lead Extension Kit (1) Lead Extension (1) Hex Wrench (1) Tunneling Tool Assembly (1) Device Registration Form/Temporary Patient Identification Card (1) Manual