Hobbs Medical Polypectomy Snare Recall: Sheath Kinking Risk

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What happened, in plain English

Hobbs Medical is recalling polypectomy snare devices with catalog number 7202 because the sheath can kink during use, potentially preventing the snare from closing and causing injury. This recall affects medical devices used in procedures to remove polyps.

Why it’s dangerous

The sheath of the device can accordion at the proximal end where it meets the shrink band. This kinking may prevent the snare from fully closing, which could lead to injury during medical procedures.

Who’s affected

Healthcare professionals who use the Hobbs Medical Polypectomy Snare (Catalog No. 7202) are most at risk. Patients undergoing procedures with this device may also be affected.

How to tell if you have this one

Check for the catalog number 7202 on the device. Affected units include specific lots: H11-20-017, H04-20-062, H04-19-056, H11-19-077, H08-17-014R, H10-17-089R, H10-17-089, H0S-17-014, H06-17-167.

Brand
Hobbs Medical
Category
Medical device

Based on the official FDA remedy

What to do — step by step

Check Device Lot Number
Look for the lot numbers listed in the recall: H11-20-017, H04-20-062, H04-19-056, H11-19-077, H08-17-014R, H10-17-089R, H10-17-089, H0S-17-014, H06-17-167.

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Questions people ask

What is the catalog number for the recalled polypectomy snare?

The catalog number is 7202.

What lot numbers are affected by this recall?

Affected lot numbers include H11-20-017, H04-20-062, H04-19-056, H11-19-077, H08-17-014R, H10-17-089R, H10-17-089, H0S-17-014, and H06-17-167.

Is there a remedy for this recall?

The recall record does not specify a remedy.

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Subject: Recall Z-1388-2022 — Hobbs Medical Hobbs Medical

Hello,

I own a Hobbs Medical that is covered by recall Z-1388-2022 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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official FDA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

Official source: FDA Recall #Z-1388-2022 (June 3, 2022) — FDA publishes no per-recall page; this is the official machine-readable enforcement record. Search FDA recalls for Z-1388-2022 to see it in context.
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Hobbs Medical, Inc. recalls Hobbs Medical Polypectomy Snare, Catalog No. 7202

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