PrecisionGlide Needle, 30G x 1/2" (2020-11-19)

Starting date:

November 19, 2020

Posting date:

December 4, 2020

Type of communication:

Medical Device Recall

Subcategory:

Medical Device

Hazard classification:

Type II

Source of recall:

Health Canada

Issue:

Medical Devices

Audience:

General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Hospitals

Identification number:

RA-74471

Last updated:
2020-12-03

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  Reason
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  Affected products

Affected Products

PrecisionGlide Needle, 30G x 1/2"

Reason

The recall is being conducted due to the presence of blood on the cannulas of the BD PrecisionGlide Needles 30G x 1/2" noted in one lot of product referenced in the table above. If the blood is observed prior to use by the clinician, a possible delay in treatment could result until an alternate needle is available. If the blood is not noticed prior to use, the possibility of infection may be present.

Affected products