Stents are being recalled, but not any already implanted, and in a related story the lawsuit between Boston Scientific and Medtronic's also continues with an appeal over patent infringements. BD
BOSTON -(Dow Jones)- Boston Scientific Corp. (BSX) has recalled products used in procedures to unclog neck arteries due to issues with a stent delivery system, according to the Food and Drug Administration. The agency reported on its Web site Thursday that Boston Scientific has recalled its "NexStent Monorail, NexStent Carotid Stent and Monorail Delivery System". The recall - which does not affects stents that have already been implanted - involves devices manufactured from June 12, 2007 to May 2 this year, the FDA said.
Stents are being recalled, but not any already implanted, and in a related story the lawsuit between Boston Scientific and Medtronic's also continues with an appeal over patent infringements. BD
FDA: Boston Scientific Recalls Neck Artery Stent Products