Boston Scientific Corporation: Boston Scientific is recalling its recently released RotaWire Elite Guidewire and wireClip Torquer Guidewire Manipulation device that is used in conjunction with the Rotablator Rotational Atherectomy System because of complaints of wire fracture.

Agency Publication Date: November 13, 2015

Affected Products

Product: RotaWire Elite and wireClip Torquer, Guidewire and Guidewire Manipulation Device, Floppy. REF H802223301 (5-pack outer package), REF H802223300 (single unit). The Rotablator rotational atherectomy system consists of a diamond tipped burr capable of high speed rotation designed for plaque modification and debulking in vascular interventions. This system is designed to travel over a specialized 0.009 guidewire to guide the path of burr travel to deliver therapy where intended. The gu

Lots: 18201519, 18212726, 18256610, 18261218, 18271412, 18282032, 18362094, 18378161, 18379210, 18384443

Product: RotaWire Elite and wireClip Torquer, Guidewire and Guidewire Manipulation Device, Extra Support. REF H802233301 (5-pack outer package), REF H802233300 (single unit). The Rotablator rotational atherectomy system consists of a diamond tipped burr capable of high speed rotation designed for plaque modification and debulking in vascular interventions. This system is designed to travel over a specialized 0.009 guidewire to guide the path of burr travel to deliver therapy where intended.

Lots: 18141187, 18194620, 18220238, 18261834, 18285502, 18303265, 18390089

Additional Information

Agency: Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Event ID: 72409

Status: Resolved

Manufacturer: Boston Scientific Corporation

Manufactured In: United States

Units Affected: 2 products (955 single units (191 5-packs))

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Affected Products

Lots: 18201519, 18212726, 18256610, 18261218, 18271412, 18282032, 18362094, 18378161, 18379210, 18384443

Lots: 18141187, 18194620, 18220238, 18261834, 18285502, 18303265, 18390089