Carotid Artery Device Recalled
The device used in patients to treat a blockage in the carotid artery has been recalled. The blockage of the artery is known as carotid artery disease.
NexStent Monorail was manufactured by Boston Scientific between May 2007 to May 2008, and an estimated 2700 devices were distributed. The product was recalled on June 6, 2008 because its tip has shown to detach during the delivery procedure, potentially leading to increased procedure time, vessel wall injury, stroke, and/or emergency surgery to remove the detached tip.
NexStent Monorail is used in a procedure called carotid artery stenting (CAS), in which the physician places the self-expanding stent in the carotid artery to keep the artery open and to help prevent future narrowing of the artery. The carotid artery supplies the head and neck with oxygenated blood.
For more information about the NexStent recall contact Boston Scientific or the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. And if you’ve been injured by the negligence of someone or something else, contact The Law Offices of Joe Bornstein today.
