BD D015151MK - Intraosseous Manual Driver Needle Set Kit, 15G x 15 mm, 6/CS (Continental US Only) (Temporarily Unavailable for Sale)
The BD D015151MK Needle Set Kit is a manual intraosseous vascular access system designed for professional emergency and critical-care applications when rapid access to the vascular system is required. This configuration features a 15-gauge intraosseous needle with a 15 mm length and is designed for manual placement rather than powered-driver insertion.
Intraosseous access provides an alternative route for vascular access when conventional peripheral intravenous access cannot be established rapidly or reliably. The technique allows qualified clinicians to access the medullary space of an appropriate bone for administration of compatible fluids and medications according to current clinical protocols.
The 15 mm needle length is the shortest configuration within the BD intraosseous needle range and is intended for appropriately selected patients and insertion sites where a shorter access depth is clinically indicated. Needle length must be selected carefully according to patient anatomy, tissue depth, insertion site, and current manufacturer instructions.
The manual-driver configuration allows placement through controlled clinician-applied pressure and rotation without dependence on a powered driver. This can be relevant in emergency-response environments where a manual intraosseous access option is required.
BD D015151MK is typically packaged six kits per case. Current availability must be verified before ordering because this catalog number has been associated with a manufacturer recall and is currently listed by CIA Medical as temporarily unavailable for sale.
Key Benefits
- 15-gauge intraosseous needle designed for emergency vascular-access procedures.
- 15 mm needle length provides a shorter option within the BD intraosseous needle range.
- Manual-driver configuration does not depend on an electrically powered insertion driver.
- Supports rapid intraosseous access when conventional intravenous access is difficult or delayed.
- Designed for use by trained healthcare professionals in emergency and critical-care settings.
- Can support administration of compatible fluids and medications through appropriately established intraosseous access.
- Manual insertion approach provides an alternative to powered intraosseous systems.
- Compact needle length supports appropriately selected shallow-access applications.
- Available as part of a range of BD intraosseous needle lengths for different patient anatomies and tissue depths.
- Six-per-case packaging supports institutional stocking when product availability and regulatory status permit.
Compatibility and Applications
The BD D015151MK is intended for intraosseous vascular-access procedures performed by trained healthcare professionals using the corresponding manual insertion technique and current manufacturer instructions.
Potential clinical environments include emergency departments, trauma services, critical-care units, emergency medical services, resuscitation teams, military or tactical medicine programs, and other healthcare environments where rapid vascular access may be required.
Intraosseous access may be considered when peripheral intravenous access cannot be established quickly enough for urgent treatment. Once correctly placed and clinically verified, an intraosseous route may support administration of compatible emergency medications, crystalloid solutions, blood products where permitted by protocol, and other therapies authorized for intraosseous delivery.
The 15 mm needle length should be selected only when appropriate for the patient's anatomy, tissue depth, insertion site, and applicable clinical guidelines. A needle that is too short may fail to achieve appropriate bone penetration or stable intraosseous access.
This product should not be assumed to be interchangeable with powered-driver needle kits. The D015151MK is specifically identified as a manual-driver needle kit, while separate BD catalog numbers were developed for powered-driver configurations.
Compatibility with current BD intraosseous components, accessories, connectors, extension sets, and institutional emergency-access protocols should be verified before procurement or clinical use.
Usage Guidelines
The BD D015151MK should be used only by healthcare professionals who have received appropriate training in intraosseous access, anatomical landmark identification, needle selection, insertion technique, access confirmation, medication administration, monitoring, and complication management.
- Confirm the clinical indication for intraosseous access according to institutional protocol.
- Assess the patient for contraindications before attempting intraosseous insertion.
- Select an approved anatomical insertion site according to patient age, anatomy, clinical condition, and current guidelines.
- Assess tissue depth carefully before selecting the 15 mm needle configuration.
- Verify the exact catalog number, needle length, gauge, product condition, and recall status before use.
- Inspect all packaging and components for damage or compromised integrity.
- Prepare the insertion site using appropriate antiseptic technique.
- Position and stabilize the selected extremity or insertion site according to established clinical practice.
- Insert the needle using the approved manual technique and current manufacturer instructions.
- Do not apply uncontrolled force that could compromise placement or damage the device.
- Confirm appropriate intraosseous placement according to institutional protocol before infusion.
- Secure the intraosseous access device to minimize movement or accidental dislodgement.
- Connect compatible extension or infusion components using appropriate aseptic technique.
- Monitor the site continuously for swelling, leakage, infiltration, extravasation, displacement, pain, or other complications.
- Follow institutional limits regarding dwell time and duration of intraosseous access.
- Establish conventional vascular access as soon as clinically appropriate when required by protocol.
- Remove and dispose of used sharps and components according to institutional procedures and applicable regulations.
Intraosseous access is an emergency vascular-access technique that requires appropriate training and patient assessment. Improper needle selection, placement, or monitoring can result in failed access, extravasation, tissue injury, compartment syndrome, infection, fracture, or other serious complications.
Certifications and Safety Standards
The BD D015151MK is a professional medical device intended for use within established emergency vascular-access and intraosseous access programs. Facilities should maintain appropriate clinical protocols for patient selection, insertion-site selection, aseptic technique, access verification, infusion management, monitoring, and sharps disposal.
Healthcare professionals should use the product only in accordance with current manufacturer labeling, institutional policies, applicable medical-device regulations, and professional standards governing intraosseous vascular access.
BD D015151MK was included among catalog numbers associated with a 2022 Class I recall involving BD intraosseous needle and driver products. Reported issues included increased force required to separate the stylet from the intraosseous needle and potential failure of the stylet safety mechanism to deploy correctly.
These reported problems could contribute to loss of established intraosseous access, treatment delays, or potential needlestick exposure. Product lot and recall status must therefore be confirmed before any existing inventory is considered for clinical use.
Healthcare organizations should consult current BD and FDA information regarding affected lots, recall status, corrective actions, replacement availability, and disposal instructions rather than relying solely on historical product labeling or distributor information.
Comparison with Competitors
Compared with powered intraosseous access systems, the BD D015151MK uses a manual insertion approach. Manual systems do not depend on a powered driver, which can simplify equipment requirements, but they require appropriate clinician technique and controlled manual force during placement.
Compared with longer BD intraosseous needle configurations, the 15 mm needle provides a shorter insertion length intended for appropriately selected anatomy and tissue depth. Longer 25 mm, 35 mm, 45 mm, or 55 mm configurations may be required when greater tissue depth is present.
Compared with conventional peripheral intravenous cannulation, intraosseous access provides an alternative route when IV access cannot be obtained rapidly during urgent or emergency treatment. It is not intended to replace routine vascular access when standard access can be established safely and promptly.
Compared with central venous catheter placement, intraosseous access can generally be established more rapidly in emergency situations but is typically used as a temporary emergency access route rather than a long-term vascular-access solution.
Alternative intraosseous systems may differ in insertion mechanism, needle gauge, available needle lengths, stabilization design, safety mechanism, training requirements, and accessory compatibility. Procurement decisions should consider current product availability, recall status, institutional training, patient populations, and emergency-response protocols.
Typical User Profile and Application Scenarios
The BD D015151MK is intended for trained healthcare professionals experienced in emergency vascular access and intraosseous insertion techniques. Typical users may include emergency physicians, emergency nurses, paramedics, critical-care clinicians, anesthesiology personnel, trauma teams, advanced practice clinicians, and other appropriately trained medical professionals.
Potential application environments include emergency departments, intensive care units, trauma centers, ambulances, emergency medical service programs, resuscitation areas, operating environments, military medicine, and disaster-response settings.
The device may be considered when urgent vascular access is required and conventional peripheral intravenous access is difficult, delayed, or unsuccessful.
The 15 mm configuration is intended for carefully selected patients and anatomical sites where the shorter needle length is appropriate. Tissue depth and anatomy must be assessed before insertion because inadequate needle length can prevent proper intraosseous placement.
Best Practices for Use and Maintenance
BD D015151MK is intended as a procedural medical device rather than reusable general-purpose equipment. Best practices focus on inventory control, recall verification, correct needle selection, clinician training, aseptic technique, placement verification, patient monitoring, and safe disposal.
- Verify current manufacturer availability and recall status before purchasing or using existing inventory.
- Do not use any lot identified by BD or regulatory authorities as affected unless specifically cleared through the applicable corrective-action process.
- Maintain staff competency in manual intraosseous insertion techniques.
- Confirm that the 15 mm needle length is appropriate for the patient's tissue depth and selected insertion site.
- Inspect the device and packaging before use.
- Maintain strict aseptic technique throughout insertion and connection.
- Use controlled manual pressure and technique according to current manufacturer instructions.
- Confirm placement before administering medications or fluids.
- Secure the access device appropriately after successful insertion.
- Monitor continuously for infiltration, extravasation, swelling, leakage, displacement, or neurovascular compromise.
- Do not leave intraosseous access in place longer than recommended by current clinical and manufacturer guidance.
- Transition to appropriate alternative vascular access when clinically feasible.
- Dispose of used needles and sharps immediately according to institutional policy.
- Document insertion site, time, device size, medications or fluids administered, monitoring findings, and removal according to facility procedures.
Regulatory and Safety Information
BD D015151MK is identified as a 15 mm x 15-gauge Manual Driver Intraosseous Needle Kit. The product should be used only by appropriately trained healthcare professionals and only for applications consistent with current manufacturer labeling and institutional emergency vascular-access protocols.
This catalog number was included in a 2022 BD voluntary recall subsequently classified by the FDA as a Class I medical device recall. The reported concerns included difficulty separating the stylet from the intraosseous needle and potential failure of the stylet safety mechanism to deploy following placement.
According to the FDA recall record current as of July 21, 2026, the recall record remains active and indicates that not all affected products have been corrected or removed. Healthcare facilities should check the exact lot number and current manufacturer instructions before retaining, distributing, purchasing, or considering any D015151MK inventory for clinical use.
BD previously instructed customers with affected needle kits to review inventory and follow recall-specific disposition instructions. Facilities should rely on the most current BD and FDA guidance for affected lots, replacement status, corrective actions, and disposal requirements.
Incorrect needle selection or placement may result in unsuccessful vascular access, displacement, extravasation, tissue injury, fracture, compartment syndrome, infection, or treatment delay. The 15 mm needle should be selected only when appropriate for the patient's anatomy and tissue depth.
The CIA Medical listing identifies BD D015151MK as a manual 15 mm needle set kit packaged six per case, restricted to continental United States distribution, and currently temporarily unavailable for sale. Availability and regulatory status should be confirmed before placing an order.
How to Order
Select the BD D015151MK - Needle Set Kit, 15mm, Manual and add it to your cart when available. Complete checkout with your preferred shipping and payment options. Current availability is subject to manufacturer supply and applicable recall restrictions. For bulk orders, quotes, availability confirmation, or further assistance, contact CIA Medical customer service at (312)275-5850 or use the contact form on this page.
