Supply Issues BVM Medical Invasive Cardiology Products for Adults and Paediatrics (ICN 2777)

• The supply issue with cardiology products for adults and paediatrics from BVM Medical is continuing.
• Eight products extended lead times of 60 days remain unchanged.
• Eight products remain affected in total.
• BVM Medical started receiving deliveries of these products in August 2026, which has helped fulfil some of the back orders that were on the system.
• Further deliveries are scheduled in September and October 2026, which they are hoping will clear all back orders and provide enough stock for lead times to be reduced.
• A further update will be provided by 23 October 2026.

• The supply issue with cardiology products for adults and paediatrics from BVM Medical has improved.
• 36 products have been removed from this ICN as supply is back to normal.
• Eight products extended lead times of 60 days remain unchanged.
• Eight products are now affected in total.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes.
• A further update will be provided by 7 September 2026.

• The supply issue with Cardiology Products for Adults and Paediatrics from BVM Medical is continuing.
• 44 affected products extended lead times remain unchanged.
• 44 products remain affected in total.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes.
• A further update will be provided by 8 June 2026.

• The supply issue with Cardiology Products for Adults and Paediatrics from BVM Medical is continuing.
• 44 affected products extended lead times remain unchanged.
• 44 products remain affected in total.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes.
• A further update will be provided by 8 February 2026.

• The supply issue with Cardiology Products for Adults and Paediatrics from BVM Medical is continuing.
• Lead times for 44 affected products remain unchanged.
• 44 products remain affected in total.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes.
• A further update will be provided by 8 December 2025

• The supply issue with Cardiology Products for Adults and Paediatrics from BVM Medical is continuing.
• The lead times have for 42 affected products has improved: these products have now been removed from this ICN.
• 44 affected products extended lead times remain unchanged.
• 44 products are now affected in total.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes.
• A further update will be provided by 6 October 2025.

• The supply issue with Cardiology Products for Adults and Paediatrics from BVM Medical is continuing.
• 86 product codes remain affected in total.
• Potential indirect alternative products are available to order through our online catalogue for the affected products. However, some of these products may also become subject to intermittent supply with the increase in demand.
• Alternative product ranges for the affected products have been identified by our clinical team:
  • Edwards Lifesciences Fogerty Balloon Catheter/Miller Balloon Catheter
  • Numed
  • Acrostak (BD) True Balloon
  • Dot medical Vacs II / Dot medical Vacs III
  • Macrodmed Balton Paediatric / Adults Balloon
  • Aquilant Cristal.
• Customers are advised to view our online catalogue for products they deem suitable.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 28 July 2025.

• The supply issue with Cardiology Products for Adults and Paediatrics from BVM Medical has improved.
• 55 product codes are no longer subject to intermittent supply. The lead times for these products has been reduced and are shown on the product listing.
• Customers are advised to view the product listing for further information on the products that are now available to order.
• 86 product codes remain affected in total.
• The affected product codes remain subject to intermittent supply.
• 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.
• Alternative product ranges for the affected products have been identified by our clinical team:
  • Edwards Lifesciences Fogerty Balloon Catheter/Miller Balloon Catheter
  • Numed
  • Acrostak (BD) True Balloon
  • Dot medical Vacs II / Dot medical Vacs III
  • Macrodmed Balton Paediatric / Adults Balloon
  • Aquilant Cristal.
• Customers are advised to view the online catalogue for products they deem suitable.
• We will continue to review the stock to minimise further disruption.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 30 May 2025.

• The supply issue with Cardiology Products for Adults and Paediatrics from BVM Medical is continuing.
• 141 product codes remain affected in total.
• The affected codes are currently subject to intermittent supply.
• Alternative product ranges for the affected products have been identified by our clinical team:
  • Edwards Lifesciences Fogerty Balloon Catheter/Miller Balloon Catheter
  • Numed
  • Acrostak (BD) True Balloon
  • Dot medical Vacs II / Dot medical Vacs III
  • Macrodmed Balton Paediatric / Adults Balloon
  • Aquilant Cristal.
• Customers are advised to view the online catalogue for products they deem suitable.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes.
• The supply issue is now anticipated to be resolved by 17 March 2025.

Change:

• The supplier BVM Medical has informed us of a supply issue with its Cardiology Products for Adults and Paediatrics.
• 141 product codes are affected in total.
• The supply issue is due to increased demand and lead times.

Impact:          

• The affected codes are currently subject to intermittent supply.
• Customers are advised to view the online catalogue for products they deem suitable.
• Alternative product ranges for the affected products have been identified by our clinical team:
  • Edwards Lifesciences Fogerty Balloon Catheter/Miller Balloon Catheter
  • Numed
  • Acrostak (BD) True Balloon
  • Dot medical Vacs II / Dot medical Vacs III
  • Macrodmed Balton Paediatric / Adults Balloon
  • Aquilant Cristal.
• See our Downloads ▼ section to access the product listing for further information on the affected product codes.
• The supply issue is anticipated to be resolved by 21 February 2025.

Next Steps:

• Customers are advised to log into our website to view the product listing for further information on the affected product codes.
• The continuing supply issue is being monitored in conjunction with the supplier and we will continue to review the stock situation to minimise further disruption and update this ICN with the latest information as it becomes available.
• If you have any further questions, please contact your local NHS Supply Chain Customer Services Advisor.