Becton Dickinson recalls BD BBL Sensi Disc Meropenem-10 ug for possible inaccuracy in antibiotic susceptibility testing, risking delayed diagnoses and inappropriate antibiotic use. Affected units include specific catalog numbers and lots.
There is a possibility of reproducibility, accuracy, and/or QC failures in antibiotic susceptibility testing (AST) for H. influenzae. This may cause product discard, delayed results, or additional adverse diagnostic outcomes, such as a delay in diagnosis, the selection of inappropriate antibiotics, or extended duration of antibiotic exposure and the treatment process.
Becton Dickinson is recalling BD BBL Sensi Disc Meropenem-10 ug discs used for antibiotic testing. This recall is due to a risk of inaccurate test results, which could lead to delayed diagnoses or inappropriate antibiotic treatment.
The discs may produce unreliable test results for H. influenzae, leading to potential delays in diagnosis or incorrect antibiotic choices. This could result in extended antibiotic use or inappropriate treatment.
Healthcare professionals using these discs for antibiotic susceptibility testing are most at risk. Patients relying on accurate test results for treatment decisions may be affected.
Check for catalog numbers 231703 or 231704 with specific lots listed in the recall notice. The product is used for semi-quantitative in vitro susceptibility testing.
Identify the catalog number and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your disc is affected.
The recall is due to a possibility of reproducibility, accuracy, and/or QC failures in antibiotic susceptibility testing for H. influenzae, which could lead to delayed diagnoses or inappropriate antibiotic treatment.
Check the catalog number and lot numbers against the list provided in the recall notice to determine if your disc is affected. No specific action is required if it is not affected.
The recall does not mention any risk of injury; the hazard is related to inaccurate test results, not physical harm.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1033-2024 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-1033-2024 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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