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

Model Number 33624

Device Problem Inaccurate Flow Rate (1249)

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

Event Date 01/06/2023

Event Type  malfunction  

Event Description

It was reported that the foley catheter had restricted flow and the balloon collapse on itself.Per follow-up, via phone on (b)(6) 2023, it was reported that the customer still had the catheter and would send in for evaluation.

Manufacturer Narrative

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

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported event was inconclusive because no sample was returned.A potential root cause for this failure could be "inadequate material selection".It is unknown whether the device had met relevant specifications.The product was used for treatment purpose.It was unknown whether the product had caused the reported failure.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: ¿warning: do not use ointments or lubricants having a petrolatum base.They will damage the catheter.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.This is a single use device.Do not resterilize any portion of this device.Reuse and/or repackaging may create a risk of patient or user infection, compromise the structural integrity and/or essential material and design characteristics of the device, which may lead to device failure, and/or lead to injury, illness or death of the patient.Contains or presence of natural rubber latex.Caution: this product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions.Keep away from sunlight valve type: use luer slip tip syringe.Do not use needle.Recommended inflation capacities 3cc balloon: use 5ml sterile water 5cc balloon: use 10ml sterile water 15cc balloon: use 20ml sterile water 20cc balloon: use 25ml sterile water 30cc balloon: use 35ml sterile water 40cc balloon: use 45ml sterile water 75cc balloon: use 80ml sterile water do not exceed recommended capacities.Warning: after use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with accepted medical practice and applicable laws and regulations.¿ 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 foley catheter had restricted flow and the balloon collapse on itself.Per follow up via phone on 18-jan-2023, it was reported that the customer still had the catheter and would send in for evaluation.

• Brand Name: BARD® SILASTIC® 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: xeeroy rada ; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014 ; 7707846100
• MDR Report Key: 16224122
• MDR Text Key: 308163605
• Report Number: 1018233-2023-00226
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: EZL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741020100
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741020100
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• Reporter Country Code: US
• PMA/PMN Number: K951103
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: Other,Company Representative
• Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 04/26/2023

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 01/23/2023
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Lay User/Patient
• Device Model Number: 33624
• Device Catalogue Number: 33624
• Device Lot Number: NGGN0889
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Date Manufacturer Received: 04/26/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer?: Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 04/14/2022
• 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