MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARDEX ALL-SILICONE TEMPERATURE-SENSING FOLEY CATHETER

Model Number A900716

Device Problems Inflation Problem (1310); Failure to Infuse (2340)

Patient Problems No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199); No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.The device was not returned.

Event Description

It was reported that the catheter's balloon wouldn't inflate.No medical intervention was reported.

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported event was unconfirmed since the problem could not be reproduced.A potential failure mode could be ¿bond failure¿.A potential root cause for this failure could be "poor balloon design.".The device history record was reviewed and found nothing that could have caused or contributed to the reported event.The instructions for use were found adequate and state the following: ¿released bard® ez-lok® sampling port (indicated by the blue stem in the port) accepts luer lock (fig.1a) or slip tip syringes (fig.1b).1.Occlude drainage tubing a minimum of 3 inches below the sampling port by kinking the tubing until urine is visible under the access site.2.Swab surface of bard® ez-lok® sampling port with antiseptic wipe.(fig.2) 3.Using aseptic technique, position the syringe in the center of the sampling port.Press the syringe firmly and twist gently to access the sampling port.(fig.3) 4.Slowly aspirate urine sample into syringe and remove syringe from sample port.5.Unkink tubing if necessary and transfer urine specimen into specimen cup or follow hospital protocol.Discard syringe according to hospital protocol.6.Follow established hospital protocol for specimen labeling and transport to lab.Bard, ez-lok and statlock are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of c.R.Bard, inc.©2018 c.R.Bard, inc.All rights reserved.Pk7646068 05/2018 www.Bardmedical.Com manufacturer: bard medical division c.R.Bard, inc.8195 industrial blvd.Covington, ga 30014 usa 1.800.526.4455 sterile unless package is opened or damaged, except for any individually packaged components within the tray which are not labeled as sterile.These components are not terminally sterilized.Caution: federal (u.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.Single use only.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Warning: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having a petrolatum base.They will damage the catheter and may cause balloon to burst.Warning: after use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with accepted medical practices and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.If package is opened or if any imperfection or surface deterioration is observed, do not use.Please consult product label and insert for any indications, contraindications, hazards, warnings, cautions and directions for use.Directions for use proper techniques for urinary catheter insertion perform hand hygiene immediately before and after insertion.Insert urinary catheters using aseptic technique and sterile equipment.Use the smallest foley catheter possible, consistent with good drainage.Document the indications for catheter insertion, date and time of catheter insertion, individual who inserted catheter, and date and time of catheter removal in patient record.Proper techniques for urinary catheter maintenance.Secure the foley catheter, use the statlock® foley stabilization device if provided.Maintain a closed drainage system by utilizing pre-connected, sealed catheter-tubing junctions.Maintain unobstructed urine flow and keep the catheter and collection tube free from kinking.Keep the collection bag below the level of the bladder or hips at all times.Empty the collection bag regularly (e.G., prior to transport) using a separate, clean collection container for each patient.Routine hygiene (e.G., cleansing of the meatal surface during daily bathing or showering) is appropriate.Leave foley catheter in place only as long as needed ez-lok®.Sampling port.Fig.3, fig.2, fig.1a fig.1b.Sterilized using.Ethylene oxide".H11:section a through f - the information provided by bd represents all of the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant / reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bd.H3 other text : the device was not returned.

Event Description

It was reported that the catheter's balloon wouldn't inflate.No medical intervention was reported.

• Brand Name: BARDEX ALL-SILICONE TEMPERATURE-SENSING FOLEY CATHETER
• Type of Device: TEMPERATURE-SENSING FOLEY CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• MDR Report Key: 10090668
• MDR Text Key: 193122417
• Report Number: 1018233-2020-03380
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: EZL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741121005
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741121005
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K070582
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: company representative,other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 06/30/2020

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 05/27/2020
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 12/31/2021
• Device Model Number: A900716
• Device Catalogue Number: 119116
• Device Lot Number: NGDR1666
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 06/10/2020
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1