Boston Scientific recalls NexStent products

Boston Scientific Corp. is recalling its NexStent carotid artery products because part of the stent's delivery system can detach and cause injury, US health regulators said today.

The recall, which includes NexStent products made from June 2007 to May 2008, does not affect stents that have already been implanted, the Food and Drug Administration said.

Representatives for the company were not immediately available to comment. (Reuters)