MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD URINE METER FOLEY TRAY WITH LUBRI-SIL ALL-SILICONE FOLEY CATHETER

Model Number 903216

Device Problems Fluid/Blood Leak (1250); Leak/Splash (1354); Defective Component (2292)

Patient Problems No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199); Insufficient Information (4580)

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.The device was not returned.

Event Description

It was reported that the drain bag leaked.It was later reported from customer on 18 aug 2020, the leak was exactly around the catheter.The leak was found 3-4 hours, after use and 3 devices were defective.

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported event was inconclusive, as no sample returned for evaluation.A potential root cause for this failure mode could be due to ¿hole or tear.¿ it was unknown whether the device had met specifications.The product used for the treatment purposes.It was unknown whether the product had caused the reported failure.The device was not returned for evaluation.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: "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.1.Remove protective cap from drainage tube catheter adapter and connect drainage tube to catheter.2.Unsnap hook.3.Position hanger on bedside rail near the foot of the bed using string or hook.4.Use sheeting clip to secure drainage tube to sheet.Important: hang drainage tube in a straight fashion from bedside to drainage bag.5.To empty bag: open - with thumb on top of device and finger under green lever, lift and rotate counterclockwise.Close - with thumb on green lever and finger on lever support bar, rotate lever clockwise.Note: if specimen is required, see directions for using urine sample port.6.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.7.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 using bard® ez-lok® sampling port: bard® ez-lok® sampling port accepts a luer-lock or slip tip syringe.1.Kink drainage tubing a minimum of 3 inches below the sampling port until urine is visible under the access site.2.Swab surface of site with antiseptic wipe.3.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.4.Aspirate desired volume of urine.5.Unkink tubing and send specimen to laboratory.Directions for draining urine meter: if bag is not positioned correctly, urine may bypass the meter and go directly to the bag.Reposition bag as necessary.The urine meter may be emptied in two ways: a.To empty into the bag, grasp the bottom of the meter and lift up.To provide better meter drainage, lifting again is recommended.B.To empty urine meter into receptacle, twist green portion of drain valve to the left; to close, twist green position of the drain valve to the right." 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.H3 other text : the device was not returned.

Event Description

It was reported that the drain bag leaked.It was later reported from the customer on (b)(6) 2020, the leak was exactly around the catheter.The leak was found 3-4 hours, after the use and 3 devices were found defective.

• Brand Name: BARD URINE METER FOLEY TRAY WITH LUBRI-SIL ALL-SILICONE FOLEY CATHETER
• Type of Device: FOLEY TRAY
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• MDR Report Key: 10525728
• MDR Text Key: 207699819
• Report Number: 1018233-2020-05847
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: EZL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741029226
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741029226
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K040504
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: health professional,other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 09/29/2020

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 09/11/2020
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 903216
• Device Catalogue Number: 903216
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 09/15/2020
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1