Hobbs Medical recalls polypectomy snare devices with incorrect expiration dates that extend shelf life. Affected units 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 polypectomy snare devices that have incorrect expiration dates, which could extend their shelf life beyond the actual expiration. This means the devices might be used safely longer than intended, but the recall is for quality assurance.
The devices have an incorrect expiration date label that extends the shelf life beyond the actual expiration. This could lead to potential quality issues over time, but the risk of serious injury is minimal.
Medical professionals who use the Hobbs Medical Polypectomy Snare devices with lot numbers ending in 'R' are likely affected. Patients using these devices under medical supervision are at minimal risk.
Check for lot numbers ending in 'R' on the device packaging. Affected devices were distributed in the U.S. from March 25, 2018, to September 28, 2020.
Look for lot numbers ending in 'R' on the device packaging.
The product has an incorrect expiration date label that extends the shelf life beyond the actual expiration date.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so no action is required beyond checking the lot number.
These devices were 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-0069-2023 — Hobbs Medical Hobbs Medical Hello, I own a Hobbs Medical that is covered by recall Z-0069-2023 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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