New Needle-Tracking tech aims to make IV insertion safer
NCT ID NCT06632496
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a device called BD Prevue II with Cue needle tracking technology, which helps doctors see the needle tip on ultrasound while placing an IV. 156 patients aged 1 year and older took part. The goal was to check if the device works well and is safe. The study is already completed and will be used to support registration in regions like Europe.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- BD Prevue II device with Cue needle tracking technology
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this device could make inserting IVs easier and safer by helping doctors see the needle tip on ultrasound.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed post-market study focused on safety and performance, not a test of a new treatment. Results may not change current practice.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Allegheny Health Network Research Institute
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15212, United States
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Brookdale University Hospital & Medical Center
Brooklyn, New York, 11212, United States