The reported event was confirmed.Visual evaluation noted 5 unopened clear advantage mec with aloe 28mm mecs were received.No obvious defects were noted and further testing was required.The adhesive peel test was performed per procedure and the samples were tested according to the general inspection level ii/single sampling plan.The samples were cut to the required width (0.70" +/- 0.05").The adhesive peel strength was found to be out of specification (0.60-2.10lbf) for one sample tested.Although the reported event was confirmed, a root cause could not be determined.A potential root cause for this failure could be mechanical 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: "the sheath is a strapless penile sheath: it has an adhesive coating inside to ensure a safe and simple procedure for fitting.¿ if necessary trim pubic hair.¿ clean and dry pubic area.¿ remove sheath from its wrapping.¿ place rolled end over the end of the penis, leaving a small space between the end of the penis and the cup of the sheath.If uncircumcised, do not retract the foreskin but allow it to remain over the glans.Avoid contact between the adhesive and the glans.¿ slowly unroll the sheath along the shaft of the penis, then gently squeeze the sheath around the penis to ensure even adhesion.Try to avoid leaving a rolled `collar´ of sheath around the base of the penis.¿ finally, connect the urine collection bag.Always check that the connections are secure before use.¿ wear time will vary from user to user.It is recommended that a sheath be changed every 24 hours for reasons of hygiene." h11:section a through f - the information provided by bd 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 bd.
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