Database updated: 27 October 2026
Safety Information
Medsafe Online Recall Database
Detail of Recall
| Type of Product: | Device |
| Medsafe Reference: | 22563 |
| Brand Name: | Suturing Device |
| Model: | Capio™ Suture Capturing Devices SLIM, Standard, Open Access, RP |
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| Recalling Organisation: | Boston Scientific NZ Ltd 3 Diamond Street Eden Terrace Auckland 1021 |
| Contact Information: | 0800 742 678 |
| Manufacturer: | Boston Scientific Corporation |
| Brand Name: | Upsylon Y Mesh |
| Model: | Uphold™ Vaginal Support System |
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| Recalling Organisation: | Boston Scientific NZ Ltd 3 Diamond Street Eden Terrace Auckland 1021 |
| Contact Information: | 0800 742 678 |
| Manufacturer: | Boston Scientific Corporation |
| Brand Name: | Upsylon Y Mesh |
| Model: | Uphold LITE with Capio™ SLIM Vaginal Support System |
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| Recalling Organisation: | Boston Scientific NZ Ltd 3 Diamond Street Eden Terrace Auckland 1021 |
| Contact Information: | 0800 742 678 |
| Manufacturer: | Boston Scientific Corporation |
| Issue: | Capio suture breakage and/or detachment of the Capio suture darts occurs when higher amounts of counter-traction (tension) are placed on the Capio suture or pelvic floor kit mesh assembly during deployment. The most common reported injury has been a prolonged procedure beyond anticipated/expected duration. In some cases the manufacturer has received reports of suture breaks resulting in un-retrievable device fragments. |
| Recall action type: | Correction |
| Recall action: | Instructions for use to be updated |
| Level of recall: | Hospital/Pharmacy/Laboratory |
| Date Commenced: | 9/2/2018 |
