It was reported to boston scientific corporation that a speedband superview super 7 device was used in the lower esophagus during a band ligation procedure performed on (b)(6) 2020.According to the complainant, during the procedure, the first band was attempted to be deployed, but the device failed to operate properly.There was no difficulty experienced upon setting up the device.The procedure was completed with another speedband superview super 7 device.There were no patient complications reported as a result of this event.The patient's condition at the conclusion of the procedure was reported to be stable.Boston scientific has been unable to obtain additional information regarding the event to date, despite good faith efforts.
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