MAUDE Adverse Event Report: BECTON DICKINSON CARIBE LTD. BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC); SYSTEM, BLOOD CULTURING

Catalog Number	442022
Medical Device Problem Code	Leak/Splash (1354)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	03/14/2026
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported after using bd bactec¿ plus anaerobic/f culture vials (plastic), blood leaked from one bottle.No adverse impact was reported regarding the patient or user.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
A device evaluation and/or device history review is anticipated but is not complete.Upon completion, a supplemental report will be filed.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Investigation summary: catalog 442022.Batch no.5246824.Customer reported a leakage issue.A photo of an inoculated bottle that was received with evidence of leakage.No damage to the cap seal was observed in the photos.Waters was unable to reproduce customer¿s experience with the bactec product for leakage defect.Satisfactory results were obtained from retention samples when visually inspected.Vacuum draw was performed with satisfactory results.In addition, five (5) samples were randomly selected, and inspected for any damage and no issues were observed.Batch history record review did not identify any evidence for which the customer submitted the complaint.A complaint history review was conducted and only the current complaint was found relating to the incident lot number and the ¿as reported¿ defect code.Product insert states prior to use; the user should examine the vials for evidence of damage or deterioration.Vials displaying turbidity, contamination, or discoloration (darkening) should not be used.On rare occasions, a vial may not be sealed sufficiently.The contents of the vials may leak or spill, especially if the vial is inverted.If the vial has been inoculated, treat the leak or spill with caution, as pathogenic organisms/agents may be present.Before discarding, sterilize all inoculated vials by autoclaving.Complaint is confirmed based photos received.No corrective actions were required.A cross functional team continually monitors all product complaints for trends and determines if any additional actions are necessary beyond the current investigational process.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported after using bd bactec¿ plus anaerobic/f culture vials (plastic), blood leaked from one bottle.No adverse impact was reported regarding the patient or user.

• Brand Name: BD BACTEC¿ PLUS ANAEROBIC/F CULTURE VIALS (PLASTIC)
• Common Device Name: SYSTEM, BLOOD CULTURING
• Manufacturer (Section D): BECTON DICKINSON CARIBE LTD.; vicks drive; lot no. 6; cayey PR
• Manufacturer (Section G): BECTON DICKINSON CARIBE LTD.; vicks drive; lot no. 6; cayey PR
• Manufacturer Contact: matt j. connor ; 7 loveton circle; sparks, MD 21152 ; 4103164000
• MDR Report Key: 24675500
• Report Number: 2647876-2026-00019
• Device Sequence Number: 10071305
• Product Code: MDB
• UDI-Device Identifier: 30382904420223
• UDI-Public: (01)30382904420223(17)260608(10)5246824
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: JA
• PMA/510(K) Number: K141810
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Foreign,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 04/20/2026

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Other
• Device Expiration Date: 06/08/2026
• Device Catalogue Number: 442022
• Device Lot Number: 5246824
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 03/18/2026
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 04/20/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 03/24/2026
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 04/28/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Date Device Manufactured: 09/03/2025
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): Yes
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Sex: Unknown