Becton Dickinson recalls BD Insyte Autoguard shielded IV catheters due to possible slow or failed needle retraction. Affected units have specific model and lot numbers.
Due to customer complaints, there is the possibility that catheter needle may be slow to retract or fail to retract.
Becton Dickinson is recalling shielded IV catheters that may have needles that don't retract properly. This could lead to complications during IV treatments if the needle stays in place longer than intended.
The catheter needle may retract slowly or fail to retract completely during use. This could cause the needle to remain in the patient's vein longer than intended, increasing the risk of complications like infection or tissue damage.
Healthcare professionals using the BD Insyte Autoguard catheters for IV treatments are most at risk. Patients receiving IV therapy with these catheters could experience complications if the needle fails to retract.
Check for the model name 'BD Insyte Autoguard', 22-gauge shielded IV catheter, and lot number 4229661 or UDI 382903814237. These units were sold with the specific size and flow rate mentioned in the recall.
Look for the model name 'BD Insyte Autoguard', 22-gauge shielded IV catheter, and lot number 4229661 or UDI 382903814237.
The recall is due to customer complaints about the possibility that the catheter needle may retract slowly or fail to retract completely.
The official recall notice does not specify a remedy or action steps beyond checking for the recalled model.
The recall indicates a potential risk of complications if the needle fails to retract, but the official notice does not specify if this could cause serious injury.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1999-2025 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-1999-2025 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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