BD Unveils Surgiphor™ 1000mL: First Antimicrobial Irrigation System Optimized for Powered Lavage
Summary: BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) has received FDA 510(k) clearance for the Surgiphor™ 1000mL, the first antimicrobial irrigation system specifically engineered for powered lavage in surgical settings. The device mechanically detaches and removes debris and microorganisms during surgery, arriving terminally sterile and ready-to-use — eliminating the need for manual mixing by OR staff. The 1000mL expands BD’s existing Surgiphor™ portfolio and is equipped with a powered-device adapter and Y-connector for seamless switching between saline and Surgiphor™ solution mid-procedure. A collapsible bottle design and vented flow system support ergonomic handling. According to Rian Seger, BD Surgery’s worldwide president, this clearance reinforces BD’s position as the global leader in surgical irrigation innovation. The system is designed to integrate into existing powered lavage device workflows across a range of surgical procedures.
Key Highlights:
- FDA 510(k) cleared — first antimicrobial irrigation system optimized for powered lavage
- Terminally sterile PVP-I solution; no manual mixing required
- Compatible with existing powered lavage devices via included adapter and Y-connector
- Collapsible bottle with venting for smooth flow and ergonomic use
- Expands BD’s Surgiphor™ portfolio (manual and powered options now available)
- Relevance: Addresses surgical site infection prevention at the irrigation step, supporting OR efficiency and standardization
Note: Surgiphor™ 1000mL is not indicated for use as an antimicrobial at or within the wound site.
Keywords: surgical irrigation, powered lavage, surgical site infection, PVP-I, BD medical