Becton Dickinson recalls BD Insyte Autoguard shielded IV catheters due to possible needle failure to retract, which could cause slow or incomplete needle retraction during use.
Due to customer complaints, there is the possibility that catheter needle may be slow to retract or fail to retract.
Becton Dickinson is recalling certain BD Insyte Autoguard shielded IV catheters because the needle may slow or fail to retract. This could lead to improper blood draws or infections if the catheter isn't properly secured.
The catheter needle may not retract properly during use, which could cause slow or incomplete needle retraction. This might lead to improper blood draws or infections if the catheter isn't securely attached.
Healthcare professionals using the recalled catheters for blood draws or IV treatments. Patients receiving care with these catheters are at risk if the needle fails to retract.
Look for the BD Insyte Autoguard shielded IV catheter with 20-gauge, 1.16-inch length, 60 mL/min flow rate, and sterile packaging. The lot number 4116814 or UDI 0038290381433 is associated with this recall.
Verify the product's lot number (4116814) or unique device identifier (UDI: 0038290381433) to confirm if it's recalled.
The recall is due to customer complaints about the possibility that the catheter needle may slow or fail to retract during use.
Check for the lot number 4116814 or unique device identifier (UDI) 0038290381433 on the product packaging.
The recall does not specify a remedy, so contact Becton Dickinson for guidance on next steps.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2007-2025 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-2007-2025 from Becton Dickinson. 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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