MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 LUBRI-SIL FOLEY CATHETER

Device Problem Partial Blockage (1065)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 03/28/2022

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that the survey respondent mentioned about catheter blockage and hematuria when they were asked of complications while using the lubrisil hydrogel coated silicone foley catheter (1761(12-16euk)).No medical intervention was reported.

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 event was inconclusive because no sample was returned.A potential root cause for this failure could be ¿lumen wall thickness undersized".It was unknown whether the device had met relevant specifications.The product was used for treatment purposes.It was unknown whether the product had caused the reported failure.The device was not returned for evaluation.The lot number is unknown; therefore, the device history record could not be reviewed.Although the product family is unknown, the foley catheter ifus are found to be adequate based on past reviews.¿warning: do not use ointments or lubricants having a petrolatum base.They will damage silicone.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.Use luer tip syringe to inflate with stated ml of sterile water.Or for pre-filled products, remove clip and squeeze reservoir to inflate with stated ml of sterile water.Storage: store catheters at room temperature away from direct exposure to light, preferably in the original box.For urological use only.To deflate catheter balloon: gently insert a luer slip tip syringe in the catheter valve.Never use more force than is required to make the syringe ¿stick¿ in the valve.Allow the pressure within the balloon to force the plunger back and fill the syringe with water.If you notice slow or no deflation, re-seat the syringe gently.Use only gentle aspiration to encourage deflation if needed.Vigorous aspiration may collapse the inflation lumen, preventing balloon deflation.If necessary, contact adequately trained professional for assistance, as directed by hospital protocol.Should balloon rupture occur, care should be taken to assure that all balloon fragments have been removed from the patient.".H11: section a through f - the information provided by bd represents all 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 survey respondent mentioned about catheter blockage and hematuria when they were asked of complications while using the lubrisil hydrogel coated silicone foley catheter (1761(12-16euk)).No medical intervention was reported.

• Brand Name: LUBRI-SIL FOLEY CATHETER
• Type of Device: FOLEY CATHETER
• 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: yonic anderson ; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014 ; 7707846100
• MDR Report Key: 14168802
• MDR Text Key: 289780307
• Report Number: 1018233-2022-02777
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: EZL
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: UK
• PMA/PMN Number: K040504
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Study
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 05/05/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 03/28/2022
• Initial Date FDA Received: 04/21/2022
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 05/05/2022
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 05/24/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Device Single Use?: Yes
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Type of Device Usage: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Other
• Patient Sex: Female