Becton Dickinson and Company BD Visitec High Viscosity Injector, 4mm Ref: 585173. The product is intended for Vitroretinal Surgery. Recall
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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
Product
BD Visitec High Viscosity Injector, 4mm Ref: 585173. The product is intended for Vitroretinal Surgery.
Brand
Becton Dickinson and Company
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Lot Number: 8018591
Products Sold
Lot Number: 8018591
Becton Dickinson and Company is recalling BD Visitec High Viscosity Injector, 4mm Ref: 585173. The product is intended for Vitroretinal Sur due to Product labeled as 4 mm High Viscosity Injector tip contains a 6 mm tip.. Based on FDA medical device recall database.
Summary derived from FDA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by FDA
Product labeled as 4 mm High Viscosity Injector tip contains a 6 mm tip.
Recommended Action
Per FDA guidance
BD contacted accounts by telephone on 9/15/08 requesting users to discard units and complete the response form. Contact Becton Dickinson and Co. at 1-781-906-7950 for assistance.
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Page updated: Jan 10, 2026