Supply Issues Becton Dickinson UK Ltd Spinal Needles FTR85073 (ICN 2116)

Change:

• The supplier Becton Dickinson UK Ltd has informed us of a supply issue with Spinal Needles products.
• The three product codes affected are:
  • FTR85073 – Spinal Needle Luer
  • FTR157 – Spinal Needle Luer
  • FTR951 – Spinal Needle Luer With Introducer.
• The supply issue is due to manufacturing delays.

Impact:

• The affected codes are currently unavailable to order and will be subject to intermittent supply.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue.
• See our Downloads section to access the product listing below for further information on the affected product codes.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 31 May 2023.

Next Steps:

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the potential indirect alternative products.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.

Please note that due to the clinical nature of these alternative products we advise you to consult your own clinical experts to ensure suitability for your organisations use of these products.