Update on Erbe USA Flexible Cryoprobes Recall
Published: 05/29/2026
Sources:
- Food and Drug Administration
Relevant To:
- Ambulatory Surgical Centers,
- Rural Emergency Hospitals,
- Critical Access Hospitals,
- Hospitals,
- Ambulatory Care,
- Rural Health Clinics
Erbe USA has issued a letter to affected customers recommending certain Erbe Flexible Cryoprobes be removed from where they are used or sold.
Full list of affected lots: Erbe Cryoprobe Affected Lots
Erbe USA has reported instances of the affected Cryoprobes rupturing or bursting during activation. The rupture is caused by insufficient adhesive being applied during production, leading to excessive input pressure.
What to Do
- Discontinue use of affected products. Identify, remove, a…