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Class II Recall

REF: 386862, BD Cathena Safety IV catheter with BD Multiguard Technology, 20 GA 1.00 IN, 1.1 x 25 mm 64 mL/min , Rx On

Becton Dickinson Infusion Therapy Systems Inc.

Summary

The FDA issued a Class II for REF: 386862, BD Cathena Safety IV catheter with BD Multiguard Technology, 20 GA by Becton Dickinson Infusion Therapy Systems Inc.. Reason: There is the potential that the safety shield may not properly engage on IV catheters. The needle can pull through the safety shield and disconnect fr.

Details

Source

Device Recall

External ID

Z-0025-2024

Action Date

2023-10-11

Status

Ongoing

Category

device

Product Description

REF: 386862, BD Cathena Safety IV catheter with BD Multiguard Technology, 20 GA 1.00 IN, 1.1 x 25 mm 64 mL/min , Rx Only, Sterile EO

Lot/Code Info: Lot # 2238464/ UDI-DI: (01)00382903868629

Quantity Affected: 98,000 units

Reason for Recall

There is the potential that the safety shield may not properly engage on IV catheters. The needle can pull through the safety shield and disconnect from the needle safety shield leaving the contaminated needle point exposed.

Distribution

US Nationwide distribution in the states of CA, FL, GA, MA, MN, MO, MS, NJ, OH, TX.

Type: Voluntary: Firm initiated

Recall Initiated: 2023-08-29

Context & Analysis

This is a Class II recall. Class II recalls indicate that use of or exposure to the product may cause temporary or medically reversible health consequences, or that the probability of serious consequences is remote.

This was one of 142 device recalls issued in the same week, part of 403 device-related FDA actions this month.

Becton Dickinson Infusion Therapy Systems Inc. has 25 FDA actions in our database, including 15 recalls and 10 clearances.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Class II recall?

A Class II recall means the product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences, or the probability of serious adverse consequences is remote. Consumers should discontinue use.

What should I do if I have this product?

Stop using the product. Check the product against the specific lot numbers or identifiers listed in the recall. Contact the manufacturer (Becton Dickinson Infusion Therapy Systems Inc.) or your retailer for a refund or replacement. If you experienced adverse effects, report them to the FDA via MedWatch.

How often does Becton Dickinson Infusion Therapy Systems Inc. have FDA actions?

Becton Dickinson Infusion Therapy Systems Inc. has 25 FDA actions in our database, including 15 recalls and 10 device clearances.

Where can I find the official FDA record?

The official record is available on FDA.gov. Search for "Z-0025-2024" on FDA.gov for the full record. You can also use the openFDA API to query this record programmatically.

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