Hobbs Medical recalls transbronchial aspiration needles with incorrect expiration dates that extend shelf life. Affected items sold between March 2018 and September 2020 with specific lot numbers.
Device label display an incorrect expiration date, extends the shelf life of the product. Affected product distributed in the United States from 3/25/2018 to 9/28/2020, expiration dates between 2022-11-01 and 2025-09-01 (Devices have a lot number ending in R, or are kits containing at least 1 device with a lot number ending in R.)
Hobbs Medical is recalling transbronchial aspiration needles that have incorrect expiration dates, which could extend their shelf life beyond safe limits. This means the needles might be used longer than intended, potentially increasing the risk of complications during medical procedures.
The needles have an incorrect expiration date that extends their shelf life. This could mean the needles are used beyond their safe period, potentially increasing the risk of complications during medical procedures.
Healthcare professionals using the needles for medical procedures are most likely affected. Patients receiving these needles during procedures may also be impacted if the incorrect expiration date leads to improper use.
Check for lot numbers ending in 'R' on the needle packaging. The product was distributed in the U.S. from March 25, 2018, to September 28, 2020, with expiration dates between November 1, 2022, and September 1, 2025.
Look for lot numbers ending in 'R' on the needle packaging.
The needles have an incorrect expiration date that extends their shelf life beyond safe limits.
Check the lot number on the packaging; if it ends in 'R', contact Hobbs Medical for further instructions.
The product was distributed in the United States from March 25, 2018, to September 28, 2020.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Hobbs Medical to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0018-2023 — Hobbs Medical Hobbs Medical Hello, I own a Hobbs Medical that is covered by recall Z-0018-2023 from Hobbs Medical. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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