Becton Dickinson recalls BD PrecisionGlide 30G needles with blood contamination risk. If blood is not noticed before use, infection may occur. Affected units: Lot 9128897, expired June 2024.
BD has confirmed the presence of blood on the cannulas of the BD PrecisionGlide needles 30G X 1/2" Lot No. 9128897. The possibility of infection may be present if the blood is not noticed prior to use by the clinician.
Becton Dickinson is recalling BD PrecisionGlide 30G needles that may have blood contamination. Using these needles without checking for blood could lead to infection. This is a safety issue for medical professionals handling injections.
The needles may contain blood that isn't visible to the user. If this blood is not noticed before use, it could lead to infection during injection procedures.
Medical professionals using the needles for injections are most at risk. Patients receiving injections with contaminated needles could face infection.
Check for lot number 9128897 on the packaging. The needles are 30G x 1/2 inch (0.3 mm x 13mm) with catalog reference 305106. They expired June 2024.
Inspect the needle for visible blood before use. If blood is present, do not use the needle.
Becton Dickinson confirmed blood contamination on some needles, which could lead to infection if not noticed before use.
Check for blood on the needle before use. If blood is present, do not use it. Contact Becton Dickinson for further guidance.
Yes, using contaminated needles without checking for blood could lead to infection during injection procedures.
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Subject: Recall Z-0588-2021 — Becton Dickinson Becton Dickinson Hello, I own a Becton Dickinson that is covered by recall Z-0588-2021 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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