# China NMPA Product Recall - Guide Softip XF Guide Catheter

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> China NMPA product recall for Guide Softip XF Guide Catheter by Boston Scientific Corporation published November 14, 2022. Recall level: Level 3 Recall. Boston Scientific Corporation has voluntarily initiated a Class III recall for its Guide Softip XF G

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## Details

- Record Type: CHINA_PRODUCT_RECALL
- Title: Boston Scientific Corporation is voluntarily recalling its Guide Softip XF Guide Catheter.
- Company Name: Boston Scientific Corporation
- Publication Date: 2022-11-14
- Product Name: Guide Softip XF Guide Catheter
- Recall Level: Level 3 Recall
- Recall Reason: Incorrect bending shape at the tip of the guide tube product
- Discovering Company: Stryker (Beijing) Medical Devices Co., Ltd.
- Manufacturing Company: Boston Scientific Corporation
- Summary: Boston Scientific Corporation has voluntarily initiated a Class III recall for its Guide Softip XF Guide Catheter. This action was reported by Stryker (Beijing) Medical Devices Co., Ltd., and publicized by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) of China on November 14, 2022. The fundamental issue identified with the affected devices is an incorrect bending shape at the catheter's tip. This manufacturing anomaly prompted Boston Scientific to proactively remove the product from the market. A Class III recall typically indicates a situation where the use of, or exposure to, a violative product is not likely to cause adverse health consequences, but still represents a deviation from quality or regulatory standards. The detailed specifics regarding the impacted model, specifications, and batch numbers are comprehensively outlined in the "Medical Device Recall Event Report Form" attached to the NMPA's announcement. This recall highlights the NMPA's role in overseeing medical device safety and the responsibility of manufacturers to ensure product quality and compliance, ultimately safeguarding public health. The company's prompt action demonstrates its commitment to rectifying product deficiencies in accordance with established regulatory frameworks.

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