Boston Scientific EndoVive PEG Kit Class II Recall
Summary
The FDA has initiated a Class II recall for Boston Scientific's EndoVive Safety PEG Kit due to compromised sterile swabstick packaging. The recall affects nationwide distribution in the US and is ongoing. This action addresses potential loss of sterility or drying of the antiseptic solution.
What changed
The FDA has classified a Class II recall for Boston Scientific's EndoVive Safety PEG Kit, identified by recall number Z-1551-2026, with an ongoing status as of March 18, 2026. The recall is due to issues with the outer box material number M00509001 and inner box material number M00509000, specifically concerning the ChloraPrep Triple Swabsticks from BD. The seals on the sterile swabstick packaging were found to be open or compromised, which could lead to a loss of sterility or drying of the antiseptic solution, impacting the integrity of the product. The affected product was distributed nationwide in the US.
Healthcare providers and medical device makers should be aware of this recall and review their inventory of the affected EndoVive Safety PEG Kits. While the document does not specify a compliance deadline for action, entities in possession of these kits should follow Boston Scientific's specific recall instructions and quarantine or return affected products to prevent potential patient harm due to compromised sterility. The FDA classifies this as a Class II recall, indicating that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote.
What to do next
- Review inventory for Boston Scientific EndoVive Safety PEG Kits (UPNs M00509001, M00509000).
- Follow Boston Scientific's specific recall instructions for affected products.
- Quarantine or return affected products to prevent use.
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Boston Scientific Corporation
Device Recalls (Class II)
← All Device Recalls (Class II) Class II Z-1551-2026 · 20260318 · Ongoing
Product
EndoVive Safety PEG Kit; Outer Box Material Number (UPN): M00509001; Inner Box Material Number (UPN): M00509000;
Reason for Recall
Recall of kits which utilized ChloraPrep Triple Swabsticks from BD. Open or compromised seals on the sterile swabstick packaging, which could result in loss of sterility or drying of the antiseptic solution. This component is placed outside of the sterile barrier of the tray manufactured by Bosto...
Distribution
US Nationwide distribution.
Source: openFDA Enforcement API
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