Boston Scientific Corporation Captiflex Snares, Single-Use Polypectomy Snare consists of a flexible wire cable and loop which can be extended and retracted from the snares 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
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Captiflex Snares, Single-Use Polypectomy Snare consists of a flexible wire cable and loop which can be extended and retracted from the snares 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.
Brand
Boston Scientific Corporation
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Outer Package UPN #: M00562401 Inner Package UPN #: M00562400 GTIN: 08714729019411 Lot #s: 25321152, 25338467, 25426642 Expiration Dates: 6-Mar-23 through 31-Mar-23
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Outer Package UPN #: M00562401 Inner Package UPN #: M00562400 GTIN: 08714729019411 Lot #s: 25321152, 25338467, 25426642 Expiration Dates: 6-Mar-23 through 31-Mar-23
Boston Scientific Corporation is recalling Captiflex Snares, Single-Use Polypectomy Snare consists of a flexible wire cable and loop which can due to BSC has noted a potential inability to cut and remove polyps for these lots/batches. potential consequences related to the snares not performing as in. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
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.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
BSC will sent the customer communication package on July 6, 2020. The communication package includes a Customer Letter and a Reply Verification Tracking Form.
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View official FDA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026