MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD® URINARY DRAINAGE BAG WITH ANTI-REFLUX CHAMBER; DRAIN BAG

Catalog Number 154004

Device Problem Connection Problem (2900)

Patient Problem No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.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 tubing did not come connected to the bag.

Manufacturer Narrative

The device was not returned for evaluation.The lot number is unknown; therefore, the device history record could not be reviewed.The instructions for use state the following: "warning: after use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with accepted medical practice and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.Directions for use: visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.If package is opened or damaged or if any imperfection or surface deterioration is observed, do not use.Remove protective cap from drainage tube catheter adapter and connect drainage tube to catheter.Position hanger on bedside rail near the foot of the bed, using string.Use sheeting clip to secure drainage tube to sheet.Important: hang drainage tube in a straight fashion from bedside to drainage bag.To empty bag: remove outlet tube from housing: gently squeeze connector arms and pull tube from housing.Release clamp and empty bag.After emptying, reclamp outlet tube and slide connector into housing until connector arms engage.Note: if specimen is required, see directions for using urine sample port.Periodic observations of this system should be made to ensure that urine is flowing freely.If a standing column of urine is observed, check for correct positioning of bag and then for a physical obstruction.If correct positioning or removal of physical obstruction does not allow free flow, the bag may have to be changed.Directions for using bard ez-lok sampling port: bard ez-lok sampling port accepts a luer-lock or slip tip syringe.Kink drainage tubing a minimum of 3 inches below the sampling port until urine is visible under the access site.Swab surface of site with antiseptic wipe.Using aseptic technique, position the syringe in the center of the sampling port.The syringe should be held perpendicular to the surface of the sampling port (at approximately 80-100 degree angle).Press the syringe firmly and twist gently to lock the syringe onto the sampling port.Note: improper penetration technique could cause formation of a drop of urine on the surface of the sampling port.Periodic observation of the sampling port is recommended.Aspirate desired volume of urine.Unkink tubing and send specimen to laboratory." (b)(4).

Event Description

It was reported that the tubing did not come connected to the bag.

• Brand Name: BARD® URINARY DRAINAGE BAG WITH ANTI-REFLUX CHAMBER
• Type of Device: DRAIN BAG
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• Manufacturer (Section G): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• Manufacturer Contact: amy gravley ; 8195 industrial blvd; covington, GA 30014 ; 7707846100
• MDR Report Key: 6675934
• MDR Text Key: 78783400
• Report Number: 1018233-2017-03351
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: KNX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741029585
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741029585
• 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: consumer,distributor,other
• Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 09/22/2017

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 06/28/2017
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 154004
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 09/08/2017
• 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