Recall Z-2767-2020— Boss Instruments, Ltd.

Class II · Terminated

Class II FDA medical device recall by Boss Instruments, Ltd., initiated 2020-06-26, terminated 2021-07-20. FDA's recall record names no specific 510(k) clearance for this event. Product: BOSS DeBakey "Gator-Grip" Needle Holder 2 mm tip, 9", Part Numbers 50-2503 and 51-2503 - Product Usage: Endoscopic cleaning brushes are single use devices intended to clean the interior of endoscopes after endoscopy procedures. The brush is threaded through the biopsy valve and pulled through the interior of the endoscope to remove debris.. Reason: The tungsten carbide plate, which is intended to hold the sewing needle securely, can break when holding the sewing needle under pressure..

Recalling firm
Boss Instruments, Ltd.
Classification
Class II
Status
Terminated
Initiated
2020-06-26
Terminated
2021-07-20
Firm location
Zion Crossroads, VA, United States

Product description

BOSS DeBakey "Gator-Grip" Needle Holder 2 mm tip, 9", Part Numbers 50-2503 and 51-2503 - Product Usage: Endoscopic cleaning brushes are single use devices intended to clean the interior of endoscopes after endoscopy procedures. The brush is threaded through the biopsy valve and pulled through the interior of the endoscope to remove debris.

Reason for recall

The tungsten carbide plate, which is intended to hold the sewing needle securely, can break when holding the sewing needle under pressure.

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