Becton Dickinson recalls specific BD Nexiva IV catheter systems due to risk of needle tip exposure during use. Affected units have catalog number 383516 and were sold in 2023. Consumers should stop using immediately.
During needle withdrawal, the tip shield may prematurely separate from the catheter adapter and preventing the needle tip from being in the safely shielded (leaving the needle tip exposed).
Becton Dickinson is recalling a specific IV catheter system because the tip shield might separate from the catheter adapter during needle withdrawal. This could leave the needle tip exposed, increasing injury risk. Affected units have catalog number 383516 and were sold in 2023.
During needle withdrawal, the tip shield may separate from the catheter adapter. This leaves the needle tip exposed, which could cause injury if it contacts skin or other surfaces. The risk occurs during normal use when the catheter is being removed.
Healthcare professionals and patients using the BD Nexiva Closed IV Catheter System with catalog number 383516 are affected. Those administering IV therapy with this specific catheter are at highest risk.
Check for the catalog number 383516 on the catheter packaging or label. The product was sold in 2023 with specific dimensions: 20 gauge, 1.1 x 25 mm, 61 mL/min flow rate.
Discard the affected catheter system if you have it. Do not use it for any purpose.
The catalog number is 383516.
The product was sold in 2023.
Look for the catalog number 383516 on the packaging or label. The catheter has specific dimensions: 20 gauge, 1.1 x 25 mm, 61 mL/min flow rate.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-0174-2023 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-0174-2023 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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