MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 SENSICA UO SYSTEM

Model Number SCCS1002

Device Problem Device Sensing Problem (2917)

Patient Problem Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms, Conditions Term / Code Not Available (4581)

Event Date 02/08/2022

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that the tubing was not being recognized on the sensica device.The optical sensor appeared to be offset to the lower side causing issues with recognizing the tube.

Manufacturer Narrative

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

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported issue was confirmed.The root cause of the reported issue could not be determined.A potential root cause of the reported issue could be issues with circuit design - trace material selection and component tolerances.However, this could not be confirmed.The device was evaluated upon receipt.The optical sensor needs to be replaced and re-aligned to sit in the proper orientation.The sensor showed signs of an intermittent short somewhere within the sensor, plugged in the utility key and confirmed that the device was not picking up the tubing.If a probe was placed directly on top of the optical sensor lens, it would register "actuate" but due to the angle of the sensor, it was not recognizing the tubing.Replaced optical sensor.Completed final functional testing.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: ¿general warnings medical electrical equipment requires special precautions regarding electromagnetic compatibility (emc) and needs to be installed and put into service according to the emc information provided in the charts at the end of these instructions for use (appendix a).Portable and mobile radiofrequency (rf) communications equipment can affect medical electrical equipment.The bd sensica¿ urine output system should not be stacked with other equipment.The bd sensica¿ urine output system has a degree of protection against electric shock of applied parts classified as type bf.This device is classified as an iec class i device.When using class 1 xp power model number: alm65us12 power supply, to avoid the risk of electric shock, this equipment must only be connected to a supply main with protective earth.Do not immerse or submerge the bd sensica¿ urine output stand, display monitor, ring, temperature monitor module, temperature sensor cables, or monoplug adapter in water or other liquids.Do not pour liquids over the display monitor, ring, temperature monitor, cables or monoplug adapter.If liquids accidentally spill onto the device(s), wipe off liquid with soft cloth as soon as possible.See section 14 for complete care instructions.This device is not suitable for use in the presence of flammable mixtures.This device is not suitable for use in oxygen rich environments.The use of transducers and cables other than those specified, with the exception of transducers and cables sold as replacement parts, may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity of the bd sensica¿ urine output system.The bd sensica¿ urine output system is designed to be used with any bard¿ foley catheter and urological disposables connected to any standard urine drainage bag (2000 or 2500 ml), with or without a urine meter.If using a 400-series temperature-sensing foley catheter, see product instructions for use for mri compatibility.Refer to foley catheter instructions for use for indications and further product information.If using a 400-series temperature-sensing foley catheter, the operator is responsible for ensuring the compatibility of the temperature sensing foley catheter to the bd sensica¿ urine output system and its accessories.Incompatible components can result in degraded performance.No modification of the bd sensica¿ urine output system or any of its accessories is allowed.Warning: this product can expose you to di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (dehp), which is known to the state of california to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.¿ corrections: d, g, h.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 actual/suspected device was inspected.

Event Description

It was reported that the tubing was not being recognized on the sensica device.The optical sensor appeared to be offset to the lower side causing issues with recognizing the tube.

• Brand Name: SENSICA UO SYSTEM
• Type of Device: SENSICA UO SYSTEM
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014
• Manufacturer (Section G): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014
• Manufacturer Contact: juan velez ; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014 ; 7707846100
• MDR Report Key: 13669630
• MDR Text Key: 287027266
• Report Number: 1018233-2022-01056
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: EXS
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741215773
• UDI-Public: 00801741215773
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Health Professional,User Facility
• Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 09/07/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 03/04/2022
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: SCCS1002
• Device Catalogue Number: SCCS1002
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 09/07/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 05/01/2021
• Is the Device Single Use?: No
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Reuse
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Other