Hobbs Medical recalls polypectomy snare catalog 4564 with incorrect expiration dates that extend shelf life. Devices distributed in the US from March 2018 to September 2020 with lot numbers ending in R are affected.
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 with incorrect expiration dates that extend their shelf life. This could lead to using devices beyond their intended safe period, though the hazard is not immediately dangerous.
The device label shows an expiration date that is later than the actual expiration date. This extends the shelf life of the product, meaning it may be used beyond its intended safe period. However, the hazard does not involve immediate risks like injury or death.
Healthcare professionals who use the Hobbs Medical Polypectomy Snare devices with lot numbers ending in R are most at risk. Patients using these devices for procedures are also affected.
Check for lot numbers ending in 'R' on the device label. Devices distributed in the US from March 2018 to September 2020 with expiration dates between November 2022 and September 2025 are affected.
Look for lot numbers ending in 'R' on the device label.
The device label shows an incorrect expiration date that extends the shelf life of the product.
The official recall notice does not specify a remedy or action steps.
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-0016-2023 — Hobbs Medical Hobbs Medical Hello, I own a Hobbs Medical that is covered by recall Z-0016-2023 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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