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

Device Problem Partial Blockage (1065)

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

Event Date 03/30/2022

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.

Event Description

It was reported that the survey respondent mentioned about symptomatic urinary tract infection and catheter blockage when they were asked of complications while using the lubricant silicone foley catheter (1758xx).It was unknown what medical intervention was provided.

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported event was inconclusive.No sample was returned for evaluation.It is 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.A potential root cause for this failure could be due to ¿lumen wall thickness undersized".The lot number was unknown; therefore, the device history record could not be reviewed.The instructions for use were found adequate and state the following: "single use only.Do not reuse.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Valve type: use luer slip tip syringe.Do not use needle.Recommended inflation capacities 3cc balloon: use 5cc sterile water 5cc balloon: use 10cc sterile water 30cc balloon: use 35cc sterile water do not exceed recommended capacities.Note: aggressive traction, particularly in the presence of suturing, is not recommended for silicone foley catheters.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.If you notice slow or no deflation, re-seat the syringe gently.Allow the balloon to deflate slowly on its own.Do not aspirate or manually accelerate the deflation of the balloon.If permitted by hospital protocol, the valve arm may be severed.If this fails, 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.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use." h11: section a through f - the information provided by bard 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 bard.

Event Description

It was reported that the survey respondent mentioned about symptomatic urinary tract infection and catheter blockage when they were asked of complications while using the lubricant silicone foley catheter.It was unknown what medical intervention was provided.

• Brand Name: LUBRI-SIL FOLEY CATHETERS
• Type of Device: UNKNOWN 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: 14192423
• MDR Text Key: 289960006
• Report Number: 1018233-2022-02901
• 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

• Date FDA Received: 04/25/2022
• 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
• Date Manufacturer Received: 05/06/2022
• 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