The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-0774-2022·Announced 2022-03-23

Medical Device JAGTOME RX Recalled for Compromised Sterile Barrier

Boston Scientific is recalling 3,578 units of the JAGTOME RX medical device because the sterile barrier is compromised, which can allow contamination. The affected units were distributed worldwide.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II medical device with a sterile barrier breach that creates risk of product contamination and potential infection. No illnesses or injuries have been reported. This meets the criterion of a risk-of-harm product where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Boston Scientific Corporation is recalling 3,578 units of the JAGTOME RX medical device (Material Number: M00573050) due to a compromise in the sterile barrier. The sterile barrier is essential for maintaining the device's sterility and preventing contamination, and a breach in this barrier means the device may not be safe for use.

The recall involves eight lot numbers: 27535120, 27643043, 27730949, 27836207, 27571950, 27591704, 27625065, and 27773387 (GTIN: 8714729776666). These units were distributed worldwide, including to the United States, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Japan, and numerous other countries.

If you have received or are using one of the affected devices, do not use it. Contact Boston Scientific Corporation or the FDA for guidance on replacement or safe handling. The FDA and manufacturer continue to monitor this situation.

The recalled product

Product
JAGTOME RX 44-20-450-035 Material Number: M00573050
Manufacturer
Boston Scientific Corporation
Hazard
  • sterile-barrier-breach
  • infection-risk

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.