MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ANGIODYNAMICS BIOFLO DIALYSIS CATHETER; CATHETER, HEMODIALYSIS, IMPLANTED

Catalog Number 10303819

Device Problems Fluid/Blood Leak (1250); Material Puncture/Hole (1504)

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

Event Date 09/26/2022

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

1st device, same patient: a senior manager of patient safety reported an issue with a bioflo dialysis central venous catheter.The following was reported: "central venous catheter placed on (b)(6) 2022.On (b)(6) 2022, catheter was leaking at the arterial limb and repair of cvc took place on (b)(6) 2022.(b)(4).Patient did not experience any adverse effects/harm as a result of this issue (blood loss, prolonged hospitalization etc.Pt presented to hemodialysis facility on (b)(6) 20/22 for regularly scheduled treatment.Treatment initiated at 557 am.Treatment was uneventful until 8:56 am when patient alerted staff he was bleeding.Staff noted the red hub of the cvc had detached from the lumen.Treatment was stopped.(b)(4).Pt was transported to the hospital where the clamp and hub of the cvc were replaced.The patient later underwent a catheter exchange on (b)(6) 2022".

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported defective device has yet to be returned to the manufacturer for a device evaluation.An investigation into the root cause for product problem is currently in progress.The results of the investigation will be sent via a follow up medwatch.Reference: (b)(4).Reference: (b)(4) for first malfunctioning device.Reference: (b)(4) for second malfunctioning device, report 1317056-2023-00002.

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported defective device has yet to be returned to the manufacturer for a device evaluation.An investigation into the root cause for product problem is currently in progress.The results of the investigation will be sent via a follow up medwatch.Reference (b)(4).Reference(b)(4) for first malfunctioning device, report 1317056-2023-00001.Reference (b)(4) for second malfunctioning device, report 1317056-2023-00002.

Manufacturer Narrative

As the reported device was not returned, angiodynamics is unable to perform a device evaluation.The customer's complaint description of arterial [red] extension leg tubing leaking on (b)(6) 2022 [(b)(4) event] and then red hub detached on (b)(6) 2022 [(b)(4) event] could not be confirmed as no dialysis catheter complaint sample was returned for evaluation.Without receiving complaint sample for evaluation a root cause of the device leak cannot be definitively determined.It was reported that after the event on (b)(6) 2022 the red arterial hub was repaired and this is the hub that was later reported to be detached from extension leg tubing on (b)(6) 2022.No details provided as to how the red arterial extension leg was repaired but typically this involves cutting the extension leg tubing near the fracture/hole and then attaching a new hub from a repair kit.The directions for use for the bioflo duramax dialysis catheter does not state that device can be repaired, only replaced: a review of the device history records was performed for the indicated lots for any deviations related to the reported failure mode of the complaint.  the review confirms that the lots met all material, assembly and performance specifications; i.E.No ncr associated with reported failure mode.Labeling review: the following is provided as a reference from dfu: warnings: in the rare event that a hub or connector separates from any component during insertion or use, take all necessary steps and precautions to prevent blood loss or air embolism and remove catheter.Use of excessive pull force on the catheter may cause the suture wing to detach from the bifurcate.Do not use acetone on any part of the catheter tubing.Exposure to this agent may cause catheter damage.Do not use sharp instruments near the extension tubing or catheter lumen.Do not use scissors to remove dressing.· catheter will be damaged if clamps other than what is provided with this kit are used.· clamping of the tubing repeatedly in the same location may weaken tubing.Avoid clamping near the luers and hub of the catheter.Examine catheter lumen and extensions before and after each treatment for damage.Precautions: in the event a clamp breaks, replace the catheter at the earliest opportunity.A review of the angiodynamics complaint system noted no adverse trends for this complaint type and product family.This type of complaint will continue to be monitored for trends.Reference (b)(4).Reference (b)(4) for first malfunctioning device, report 1317056-2023-00001.Reference (b)(4) for second malfunctioning device, report 1317056-2023-00002.

• Brand Name: BIOFLO DIALYSIS CATHETER
• Type of Device: CATHETER, HEMODIALYSIS, IMPLANTED
• Manufacturer (Section D): ANGIODYNAMICS; 10 glens falls technical park; glens falls NY 12804
• Manufacturer (Section G): ANGIODYNAMICS; 10 glens falls technical park; glens falls NY 12804
• Manufacturer Contact: alexandra invencio ; 26 forest street; marlborough, MA 01752 ; 5086587990
• MDR Report Key: 16157057
• MDR Text Key: 308861985
• Report Number: 1317056-2023-00001
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: MSD
• UDI-Device Identifier: H965103038191
• UDI-Public: H965103038191
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K131260
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date: 04/11/2023

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
• Device Catalogue Number: 10303819
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 12/15/2022
• Initial Date FDA Received: 01/13/2023
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 03/07/2023; 04/03/2023
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 03/30/2023; 04/11/2023
• 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 Age: 39 YR
• Patient Weight: 75 KG
• Patient Race: Black Or African American