Insyte Peripheral IV Catheter 22G x 0.9 x 25mm Blue
Becton Dickinson
Medical devicePeripheral IV catheter (non-safety)
Certifications
- CE Marked medical device under applicable EU/UK medical device regulations.
- Manufactured under an ISO 13485 Compliant quality management system (typical for BD IV catheters).
- Sterile, single Use device, non Pyrogenic and latex Free (as per standard BD IV catheter specifications).
- CE Marked medical device under applicable EU/UK medical device regulations.
- Manufactured under an ISO 13485 Compliant quality management system (typical for BD IV catheters).
- Sterile, single Use device, non Pyrogenic and latex Free (as per standard BD IV catheter specifications).
Peripheral IV catheter (non-safety)
Description
The BD Insyte Peripheral IV Catheter 22G x 0.9 x 25mm (Blue) is a sterile, single-use peripheral venous catheter made from BD Vialon biomaterial. Sized 22 gauge and 1.0 inch (25 mm) long, it is designed for routine peripheral IV access for fluid and medication administration. BD Vialon is a proprietary softening biomaterial that increases ease of penetration, improves kink resistance, reduces the risk of infiltration and phlebitis, and allows longer indwelling times compared with traditional Teflon catheters. The catheter is supplied as a box of 50 individually packaged sterile units.
Bnefits
- Manufactured from BD Vialon biomaterial, which softens in the vein, improving patient comfort and vein compatibility.
- Increases ease of penetration compared with traditional catheter materials.
- Reduces the risk of infiltration during IV therapy.
- Exhibits greater kink resistance, helping to maintain reliable flow.
- Reduces the risk of phlebitis by up to 50% compared with traditional materials.
- Longer potential indwelling times, reducing the need for IV restarts.
- Can reduce overall IV therapy costs due to fewer complications and restarts.
- Standard 22G x 1.0 inch size suitable for many adult and paediatric peripheral IV indications.
Indications
- Peripheral venous access for administration of intravenous fluids and medications.
- Short- to medium-term IV therapy in hospital, outpatient, emergency and ambulatory settings.
- Blood sampling via an indwelling peripheral IV catheter when clinically appropriate.
Composition
- Catheter: BD Vialon proprietary softening polymer biomaterial.
- Needle: medical-grade stainless steel introducer needle.
- Hub: colour-coded plastic hub (blue for 22G) with standard luer connection.
- Protective caps and sterile packaging materials.
Formulation
- Device type: non-safety peripheral IV catheter.
- Gauge: 22G (outer diameter approximately 0.9 mm).
- Length: 1.0 inch (25 mm).
- Material: BD Vialon catheter with stainless steel introducer needle and plastic hub.
- Colour coding: blue hub to denote 22G size.
- Single-use, sterile, non-pyrogenic.
Packaging
- Box containing 50 individually packaged sterile catheters.
- Each catheter supplied in a peel-open sterile blister or pouch.
- Outer carton labelled with product name, size (22G x 1.0 in / 0.9 x 25 mm), colour code (blue), REF/SKU, batch number and expiry date.
- Intended for professional use in clinical environments.
Usage
- Inspect the individual pack before use; do not use if packaging is damaged or opened.
- Prepare the insertion site using standard aseptic technique and skin antisepsis according to local guidelines.
- Open the sterile pack and remove the catheter aseptically.
- Perform venipuncture and advance the catheter into the vein using standard peripheral IV insertion technique.
- Once blood return confirms venous access, advance the catheter into the vein and withdraw the introducer needle.
- Secure the catheter with appropriate fixation and apply a sterile dressing.
- Connect the catheter hub to IV lines or accessories as prescribed.
- Monitor the site regularly for signs of infiltration, phlebitis, infection or other complications.
- Remove the catheter when clinically indicated or at the first sign of complication and dispose of catheter and needle as clinical sharps waste.
- Do not reinsert or reuse; device is strictly single use.
Contraindications
- Do not use if package sterility is compromised or beyond the expiry date.
- Avoid insertion into areas of local infection, thrombosis, or severely compromised veins.
- Use with caution or avoid in limbs with established contraindications for IV access (e.g. post-mastectomy limb, AV fistula limb) according to local policy.
- Do not reuse or attempt to re-sterilise the catheter or introducer needle.
Adverse Effects
- Local pain, bruising or discomfort at the insertion site.
- Risk of infiltration or extravasation of infusate into surrounding tissue.
- Phlebitis or thrombophlebitis, though reduced compared with traditional materials.
- Local infection or, rarely, bloodstream infection if aseptic technique is not followed.
- Allergic or sensitivity reactions to device materials (rare).
- Needlestick injury risk to staff if the introducer needle is mishandled (no integrated needle safety mechanism on this non-safety model).
Storage Conditions
- Store in a clean, dry environment at room temperature.
- Protect from excessive heat, cold, moisture and direct sunlight.
- Keep in original packaging until point of use to maintain sterility.
- Do not use after the expiry date printed on the packaging.
Duration
Not fixed; catheter dwell time is determined by clinical need, local policy and patient condition, but Vialon material is designed to allow longer indwelling times than traditional Teflon catheters.
Onset
Immediate upon successful catheter insertion, providing venous access for IV therapy.
