# FDA recall Z-1388-2022

> **Hobbs Medical, Inc.** · Class II · device recall initiated 2022-06-03.

## Product

Hobbs Medical Polypectomy Snare, Catalog No. 7202

## Reason for recall

During use, the sheath of the device may accordion at the proximal end where the sheath meets the shrink band. Kinking of the sheath may prevent the snare from fully closing, and injury may result.

## Distribution

Domestic distribution to NC, TX, and WA. Foreign distribution to Canada.

## Key facts

- **Recall number:** Z-1388-2022
- **Recalling firm:** Hobbs Medical, Inc.
- **Classification:** Class II
- **Product type:** device
- **Status:** Ongoing
- **Initiation date:** 2022-06-03
- **Report date:** 2022-07-27

- **Voluntary/Mandated:** Voluntary: Firm initiated
- **Location:** Stafford Springs, CT, United States

## Primary source

FDA Enforcement Reports: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/ires/index.cfm?Product=Z-1388-2022

## Citation

> AI Analytics. FDA recall Z-1388-2022. Retrieved 2026-06-25 from https://api.ai-analytics.org/recall/Z-1388-2022. Source: US FDA. Licensed CC0.

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