A Bad Tip: Boston Scientific Recalls Thousands Of Catheters In Class I Recall
Executive Summary
Boston Scientific has recalled more than 6,000 angiographic catheters because the tip can fall off and get stuck in patients, potentially causing serious injury or death. The company says customers should immediately stop using the lots associated with the faulty products and return them.
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