BD Heyman Follower Straight Tip Catheters Recalled for Incorrect Size Labeling
C.R. Bard Inc is recalling BD Heyman Follower Straight Tip catheters due to packaging that may contain incorrect French size information. The recall affects units distributed nationwide in the US and Canada.
What this means for you
Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Our severity reasoning: FDA Class II recall involving a packaging labeling error with no reported illnesses or injuries. Incorrect size information on packaging creates a selection risk, but no harm has been documented.
Plain-English summary
C.R. Bard Inc is recalling BD Heyman Follower Straight Tip catheters in multiple French sizes (10Fr, 12Fr, 14Fr, and 20Fr) because packaging may contain incorrect size information.
Affected products were distributed nationwide and in Canada, including all US states and territories. Specific lot numbers have been identified for each size variant (REF 21110, 21112, 21114, and 21120).
Consumers and healthcare providers should verify the correct size of affected products before use. Patients or providers with questions about proper product identification should contact their healthcare provider.
The recalled product
- Product
- BD Heyman Follower Straight Tip for following sizes: 10Fr - REF:21110, 12Fr - REF:21112, 14Fr - REF: 21114, 20Fr - REF: 21120
- Manufacturer
- C.R. Bard Inc
- Hazard
- mislabeling
- sizing-error
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Lot numbers (4)
- REF:21110 -Lot:JUJX0267/UDI:801741075506
- REF:21112 -Lot:JUJX0258/UDI:801741075513
- REF:21114 - Lots:JUJV0864 & JUJW5009/UDI:801741075520
- REF:21120 -Lot:JUJY9171/UDI:801741075551
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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