The Recall Desk
HighFDA (Devices)·Z-2411-2019·Announced 2019-09-04

Becton Dickinson Recalls Jamshidi Bone Marrow Biopsy Needles Due to Sterility Concerns

Becton Dickinson is recalling 700 units of Jamshidi Crown Bone Marrow biopsy needles because product pouches may not be sealed properly, potentially compromising sterility.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a medical device where a failure in packaging could compromise sterility, posing a risk of infection. This fits the rubric for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.

Plain-English summary

Becton Dickinson & Company is recalling 700 units of 8 G x 10 CM Jamshidi Crown Bone Marrow biopsy/Aspiration Needles with MAC (Catalog Number: TMJ4008). The recall is due to a defect where product pouches may not be sealed properly, which could compromise the sterility of the device.

The affected lot number is 0001159474, with an expiration date of August 31, 2022. The distribution pattern includes California, Illinois, and Taiwan.

Consumers and healthcare facilities should stop using these needles and contact Becton Dickinson & Company for further instructions or a replacement.

The recalled product

Product
8 G x 10 CM Jamshidi Crown Bone Marrow biopsy/Aspiration Needle with MAC Catalog Number: TMJ4008
Affected units
700

Distribution

Distributed in 2 states: