The Resolution II Clip, 155 cm size and 235 cm size, Boxes of 1, 10, and 20 clips consists of a pre-loaded, radiopaque single use clip on a flexible delivery system. Endoscopic Clipping Device, Hemorrhoidal Ligator. The device is used for clip placement within the GI tract for hemostatis ( mucosal defects, bleeding ulcer, arteries, polyps); endoscopic marking; and anchoring to affix jejunal feeding tubes to the wall of the small bowel, as a supplementary method for closure of GI tract luminal perforation <20 mm that can be treated conservatively.
FDA Recall Z-3056-2011 · Posted 2011-08-22
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Recalling FirmBoston Scientific Corporation
Recall StatusTerminated
Product CodeFHN
Date Initiated2011-07-19
Date Terminated2012-06-22
Product Quantity14, 093 boxes of both 155 cm and 235 cm size clips
Reason for Recall
Boston Scientific has received reports where, following clip deployment, the alignment of the clip and delivery system does not allow for the withdrawal of the delivery system away from the clip, resulting in tissue trauma, increased bleeding and the clip being pulled off tissue as the delivery system is withdrawn.
Firm Action
Boston Scientific sent an URGENT MEDICAL DEVICE RECALL letter dated August 12, 2011, to all affected customers. The letter identified the product, the problem, and the action to be taken by the customer. Customers were instructed to forward the Medical Device Recall to their customers.
Customers were instructed to:
Immediately discontinue use of any affected product.
Complete and return the Reply Verification Tracking Form by fax to 508-683-5578.
Package and return any affected product to:
Boston Scientific Corporation
Distribution Center
Attn: QA Returns
500 Commander Shea Blvd
Quincy, MA 02171
For questions regarding this recall call 508-683-5578.
Root Cause
Other
Distribution Pattern
Worldwide Distribution - including USA (nationwide)
Related FDA 510(k) Records
Devices referenced by this recall via K-numbers.
Official Source
View FDA Recall →Source: FDA Enforcement Report / Recall database. Always confirm against the official FDA record.
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