Becton Dickinson recalls BD Insyte Autoguard BC Pro Winged IV Catheters due to possible slow or failed needle retraction, which may cause complications during infusion therapy. Affected units include 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 a specific IV catheter model because customers report the needle may not retract properly. This could lead to complications during medical treatments if the catheter becomes dislodged or causes injury.
The catheter needle may retract slowly or fail to retract during use, which could cause the catheter to become dislodged or cause injury. This risk is particularly concerning during infusion therapy when the catheter is in place.
Healthcare professionals using the BD Insyte Autoguard BC Pro Winged IV Catheter for infusion therapy are most at risk. Patients receiving treatments with this catheter may also be affected.
Check for the model name 'BD Insyte Autoguard BC Pro Winged Shielded IV Catheter', 18 GA size, and lot number 4208538. The product was sold with the UDI code 00382903818112.
Verify the product name, size, and lot number to confirm if it matches the recalled items.
The recall is due to customer complaints about the needle potentially retracting slowly or failing to retract, which could cause complications during infusion therapy.
Check the product name, size, and lot number to see if it matches the recalled items. If it does, contact Becton Dickinson for further instructions.
The recall record does not mention a specific remedy or fix for this issue.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-2004-2025 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-2004-2025 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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