Description

The BD Insyte Autoguard™ BC Shielded IV Catheter is a specialized medical device designed to enhance safety and efficiency in clinical settings. Developed by Becton Dickinson (BD), this catheter integrates advanced technologies to minimize needlestick injuries and blood exposure during IV catheter placement.

Key Features

• Blood Control Technology: This feature significantly reduces blood exposure by preventing blood flow from the catheter hub until the initial luer connection is made. It eliminates the need for venous compression during insertion, reducing blood exposure risk by up to 95% compared to non-blood-control catheters.

• Push-Button Needle Shielding: The catheter includes a mechanism that retracts and shields the needle immediately after use, thereby reducing the risk of accidental needlestick injuries.

• BD Instaflash™ Needle Technology: The notched needle design enhances first-attempt insertion success and provides clear visualization of blood return, aiding in vessel entry confirmation.

Material and Design

• BD Vialon™ Catheter Material: Made from a proprietary radiopaque polyurethane that softens post-insertion, allowing for longer dwell times and reducing phlebitis risk by up to 69% compared to FEP catheters.

• Kink Resistance: The catheter's design offers greater resistance to kinking, minimizing the risk of infiltration and the need for IV restarts.

• Color-Coded Hubs: Facilitates easy gauge identification.

Specifications

• Sizes: Available in gauge sizes 14G, 16G, 18G, 20G, 22G, and 24G with lengths ranging from 0.75 inches to 1.88 inches.

• Configuration Options: Includes winged and straight configurations.

• Power Injection Compatibility: Select sizes (18G–22G) are compatible with power injectors up to 300 psi for contrast media administration.

Technical Details

• Needle Technology: Notched needle available in 20G, 22G, and 24G.

• Flow Rates: Specific flow rates for power injection with Isovue® 300 and Visipaque® 320.

• Sterilization: Utilizes ethylene oxide with a shelf life of 3 years.

Regulatory Information

• Classification: EU Class IIa and USA Class II (510K – K952861).

• Compliance: Meets ISO, EN, and ANSI/AAMI standards.

Intended Use

This catheter is intended for peripheral vascular access for fluid infusion, medication administration, and blood withdrawal. It is designed to reduce healthcare worker exposure to blood and needlestick injuries.

Handling Instructions

• Insertion: No need for venous compression; catheter hub and barrel can rotate 360° for ease.

• Needle Retraction: Activated by push-button with secure luer connection to prevent blood leakage.

Packaging

• Availability: Packaged in boxes of 50 and cases of 200.

• Compliance: Multilingual packaging adheres to European Medical Device directives.

Safety

• Single-Use: Nonpyrogenic, latex-free, DEHP-free, PVC-free, and BPA-free.

• Storage: Store in a dry, clean environment.