Becton Dickinson recalls BD Connecta 3-Way Stopcocks (Catalog No. 394900) due to potential leakage that could delay treatment, cause contamination, or lead to under-dosing. Affected units sold from 2024 with specific lot numbers.
May have the potential for leakage at the housing component of the stopcock, may result in delay or interruption in treatment, exposure to infusate and biohazardous material, under dosing/under infusion, contamination and/or air ingress.
Becton Dickinson is recalling BD Connecta 3-Way Stopcocks that may leak, causing treatment delays, contamination risks, or under-dosing. This affects medical devices used for infusions in healthcare settings.
The stopcock housing may leak, leading to treatment interruptions, exposure to biohazardous materials, under-dosing of medications, or air entering the infusion system. This can cause treatment delays or contamination risks.
Healthcare professionals using these stopcocks for medical infusions are most at risk. Patients receiving treatments through these devices could face delays or contamination if the stopcock leaks.
Check for the catalog number 394900 (OUS) on the stopcock. Affected units were sold with lot number 1214380 and expire July 31, 2024.
Inspect the stopcock housing for signs of leakage, which could cause treatment delays or contamination.
Reach out to Becton Dickinson for guidance on whether the stopcock needs replacement or repair.
The catalog number is 394900 (OUS).
Check for the catalog number 394900 (OUS) and lot number 1214380 with an expiration date of July 31, 2024.
The recall does not require immediate stoppage; healthcare professionals should check for leaks and contact Becton Dickinson for guidance.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Becton Dickinson to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1436-2022 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-1436-2022 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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