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Capio Open Access Box 4 (Capio OPC); Model #M0068311251. Intended for use in general suturing ...

FDA Device Recall #Z-1619-2018 — Class II — February 12, 2018

Recall Summary

Recall Number Z-1619-2018
Classification Class II — Moderate risk
Date Initiated February 12, 2018
Status Terminated
Voluntary Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recalling Firm

Firm Boston Scientific Corporation
Location Marlborough, MA
Product Type Devices
Quantity 21,051

Product Description

Capio Open Access Box 4 (Capio OPC); Model #M0068311251. Intended for use in general suturing applications during open or endoscopic surgery to assist in the placement of suture material in tissues at the operative site.

Reason for Recall

Potential for Capio sutures to break and /or detach.

Distribution Pattern

Worldwide Distribution -- US, Brazil, Guatemala, Ecuador, Malaysia, Czech Republic, United Kingdom, Argentina, Honduras, Peru, Singapore, Denmark, Iceland, Chile, Nicaragua, Venezuela, Japan, Egypt, Israel, Canada, Panama, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates, Finland, Ireland, Mexico, Dominican Republic, Hong Kong, Austria, France, Italy, Costa Rica, Trinidad and Tobago, Australia, Bahrain, Georgia, Islamic Republic of Iran, El Salvador, Colombia, New Zealand, Belgium, Germany, Jordan, Norway, Russia, Pakistan, Slovakia, Portugal, South Africa, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Poland, Slovenia, Qatar, Spain, Kenya, Lebanon, Mauritius, Netherlands, Sweden, Turkey, Kuwait, Malta, Namibia, Romania, Switzerland, and Greece.

Lot / Code Information

UDI:08714729257615. Batch numbers: 17736884 18743137 19980158 17743915 18744758 20088658 17746353 18831921 20146415 17748695 18952185 20151917 17758603 18956329 20225741 17763024 18960345 20225743 17791930 19046994 20341445 17970678 19046996 20341447 18129693 19046998 20560166 18134147 19173285 20639024 18135271 19225756 20706637 18229178 19329479 20711254 18281817 19437996 20713128 18286295 19442739 20822293 18357019 19560316 20833214 18362244 19646043 20834317 18430411 19646222 20838382 18488288 19659042 21069563 18605754 19824767 21081751 18606004 19835267 21258659 18611631 19856248 21362105 19975069 21362107

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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact your healthcare provider and the device manufacturer immediately. Check whether your specific model number and lot number are included in the recall scope. For external devices, stop using the affected product and arrange a replacement. For implanted devices, do not panic — removal is typically not required unless the risk assessment clearly indicates it. Your physician will guide you based on your individual clinical situation and the FDA's recommended actions. Report any adverse effects you may have experienced to FDA MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Class I recalls indicate a reasonable probability of serious adverse health consequences or death from the defect. Class II recalls involve products that may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where serious consequences are remote. Class III recalls cover products not likely to cause any adverse health consequences, typically involving technical regulatory violations. The classification guides urgency — Class I recalls require immediate action, while Class III may simply involve returning a product or acknowledging a labeling change. Always read the specific recall notice for recommended patient actions.

Report problems with medical devices to the FDA through MedWatch at 1-800-FDA-1088 or online at FDA.gov/safety/medwatch. Healthcare facilities are required by law to report device-related serious injuries and deaths. Patients and consumers can also report voluntarily. Include the device name, manufacturer, model number, and a description of the problem and any patient outcome. Reports from patients and clinicians help the FDA identify emerging safety signals and may trigger investigations that lead to recalls of dangerous devices.

What Should You Do?

Stop using this device if you are affected by this recall. Contact your healthcare provider and the manufacturer immediately for guidance. Report adverse events to FDA MedWatch.

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