FDA Recall Open, Classified

NES Reprocessed 2.0mm RX Turbo Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter. Model Number: R-420-159. The NES Reprocessed Turbo-Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter is indicated for use in the treatment, including atherectomy, of infrainguinal stenoses and occlusions. This model is not cleared for marketing in the US.

Recall: Z-0025-2026 · Initiated August 29, 2025

Recall

Recall Number
Z-0025-2026
Event Number
97524
Firm
Northeast Scientific Inc.
FEI Number
3005467144
Product Code
QTF
Status
Open, Classified
Root Cause
Process control
Initiated
August 29, 2025
Posted
October 2, 2025
Address
2142 Thomaston Ave, Waterbury, CT, 06704-1013

Description

NES Reprocessed 2.0mm RX Turbo Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter. Model Number: R-420-159. The NES Reprocessed Turbo-Elite Laser Atherectomy Catheter is indicated for use in the treatment, including atherectomy, of infrainguinal stenoses and occlusions. This model is not cleared for marketing in the US.

Reason

Potential for breaches in the sterile barrier packaging, compromising sterility assurance.

Action

Northeast Scientific notified consignees via an "URGENT: Medical Device Recall Notification" letter dated 8/29/2025 and email. Consignees were instructed to immediately discontinue use of affected products, quarantine and return any unused affected units, and complete and return the enclosed Recall Response Form, even if you no longer have any affected product. If product were further distributed, consignees were instructed to notify those customers immediately and ensure they also discontinue use and return the devices. Northeast Scientific will provide replacement product (if available) or credit for returned product. In addition, Northeast Scientific has initiated an investigation and is implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to your Northeast Scientific Sales Representative or contact us at [email protected] or 203-756-2111.

Distribution

US Nationwide distribution to CA, FL, IL, KS, LA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, PA, TN, TX, VA.

Quantity

141 units