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Boston Scientific Corporation: Captivator Polypectomy Snare, Single-Use Polypectomy Snare consists of a flexible wire cable and loop which can be extended and retracted from the snare s flexible outer sheath using a three-ring handle. The inner diameter of the sheath is PolyGlide" Lubricant coated to provide minimal friction during extension and retraction of the loop from the sheath. When passed through an endoscope the snare can be activated to deliver a monopolar electrical current to cut and cauterize tissue with the loop.

Recall number
Z-2762-2020
Recalling firm
Boston Scientific Corporation
Product
Captivator Polypectomy Snare, Single-Use Polypectomy Snare consists of a flexible wire cable and loop which can be extended and retracted from the snare s flexible outer sheath using a three-ring handle. The inner diameter of the sheath is PolyGlide" Lubricant coated to provide minimal friction during extension and retraction of the loop from the sheath. When passed through an endoscope the snare can be activated to deliver a monopolar electrical current to cut and cauterize tissue with the loop.
Status
Open, Classified
Initiated
2020-07-06
Posted
not on file
Terminated
not on file
Reason
BSC has noted a potential inability to cut and remove polyps for these lots/batches. potential consequences related to the snares not performing as intended would be a prolonged procedure duration, tissue damage and/or self-limited bleeding. The most severe potential injury would include immediate or delayed hemorrhage and/or perforation requiring intervention up to and including open surgery; the likelihood of these severe injuries occurring is remote and, to date, have not been reported as a complaint. The potential inability to cut may also lead to inadequate removal of target tissue.
Root cause
Device Design
Action
BSC will sent the customer communication package on July 6, 2020. The communication package includes a Customer Letter and a Reply Verification Tracking Form.
Quantity
not on file
Distribution
World wide distribution.
Lot, serial or model codes
Outer Package UPN #: M00562341 Inner Package UPN #: M00562340 GTIN: 08714729019350 Lot #s: 25077093, 25164173, 25185062, 25187234, 25226123, 25255681, 25336754, 25403003, 25508379, 25524901 Expiration Dates: 20-Jan-23 through 14-May-23
510(k) numbers
["K131700"]
PMA numbers
not on file
Product code
FDI
Firm FEI
3005099803
Firm city
Marlborough
Firm state
MA
Firm country
not on file

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Published
2026-09-28
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