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

  • Allegheny Health Network Research Institute

    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15212, United States

  • Brookdale University Hospital & Medical Center

    Brooklyn, New York, 11212, United States