Becton, Dickinson And Company
Clinical trials sponsored by Becton, Dickinson And Company, explained in plain language.
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New blood test bottles put to the test in sepsis study
Diagnosis CompletedThis study checked if a new type of blood culture bottle works as well as the current one for finding germs in the blood of people with suspected sepsis. About 394 patients gave blood samples that were placed into both the new and standard bottles. The bottles were then monitored…
Sponsor: Becton, Dickinson and Company • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New scrub device aims to cut catheter infections in hospitals
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new cleaning device called BD PosiFlush SafeScrub on 222 hospital patients with catheters. The goal was to see if it safely helps clean the needleless connector better than the usual alcohol pad method. Researchers checked for device-related side effects and h…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Becton, Dickinson and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 08:03 UTC
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New ultrasound tool tested for safer IV insertion
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new ultrasound machine, the BD SiteRite 9, to help doctors and nurses place IVs and other tubes into blood vessels. 149 patients took part. The goal was to see if the device works well and is safe. The study is already finished and the results will be used to …
Sponsor: Becton, Dickinson and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:00 UTC
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New Needle-Tracking tech aims to make IV sticks easier
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new ultrasound system that helps doctors see the vein and track the needle tip while placing an IV. It included 156 people aged 1 year or older who needed an IV. The goal was to see if the system works well and is safe, with a focus on successful first attempt…
Sponsor: Becton, Dickinson and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:47 UTC
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New study checks if special needles and syringes work well for spinal procedures
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how well BD NRFit spinal needles and syringes work in real medical settings. 161 patients of any age who needed a spinal procedure took part. Researchers measured how often the needle was placed correctly, how well the syringe worked, and if there were any si…
Sponsor: Becton, Dickinson and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:38 UTC