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 18, 2026 11:58 UTC
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New ultrasound device tested for safer IV insertions
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested the BD SiteRite 9 ultrasound system, a device that helps doctors see blood vessels when placing tubes (called vascular access devices) for treatments like IVs. A total of 149 patients took part. The goal was to check if the system works well and is safe, by seei…
Sponsor: Becton, Dickinson and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 11:31 UTC
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New Needle-Tracking tech aims to make IV sticks easier and safer
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new ultrasound system that helps doctors see veins and track the needle tip while placing an IV. The goal was to make IV insertion safer and more successful. 156 people aged 1 year and older who needed an IV took part. The study checked if the system could cle…
Sponsor: Becton, Dickinson and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 26, 2026 11:24 UTC
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New scrub device aims to cut catheter infections in hospitals
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested a new cleaning device (BD PosiFlush SafeScrub) for needleless ports on catheters in 222 hospital patients. The goal was to see if it was safe and if it improved how well healthcare workers cleaned the port before use, compared to standard alcohol pads. The study…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Becton, Dickinson and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:52 UTC
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New spinal needles and syringes put to the test in Real-World use
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how well BD NRFit spinal needles and syringes work in real-world medical settings. 161 patients who needed a spinal procedure (like an epidural or spinal tap) were included. The main goal was to see if the needles and syringes performed correctly and safely, …
Sponsor: Becton, Dickinson and Company • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:53 UTC