MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 SURESTEP FOLEY TRAY SYSTEM BARDEX LUBRICATH FOLEY CATHETER

Model Number A899916

Device Problems Contamination (1120); Device Contamination with Chemical or Other Material (2944)

Patient Problems No Patient Involvement (2645); No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 08/25/2020

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

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

Event Description

It was reported that there was a liquid substances in the bottom of the bin that penetrated the product.

Event Description

It was reported that there was a liquid substances in the bottom of the bin that penetrated the product.

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported event was inconclusive.No sample was returned for evaluation.A potential failure mode could be "defective components from supplier / contamination." 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: "bard® ez-lok® sampling port (indicated by the blue stem in the port) accepts luer lock (fig.1a) or slip tip syringes (fig.1b).1.Occlude drainage tubing a minimum of 3 inches below the sampling port by kinking the tubing until urine is visible under the access site.2.Swab surface of bard® ez-lok® sampling port with antiseptic wipe.(fig.2) 3.Using aseptic technique, position the syringe in the center of the sampling port.Press the syringe firmly and twist gently to access the sampling port.(fig.3) 4.Slowly aspirate urine sample into syringe and remove syringe from sample port.5.Unkink tubing if necessary and transfer urine specimen into specimen cup or follow hospital protocol.Discard syringe according to hospital protocol.6.Follow established hospital protocol for specimen labeling and transport to lab.Sterile unless package is opened or damaged, except for any individually packaged components within the tray which are not labeled as sterile.These components are not terminally sterilized.Caution: federal (u.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.Single use only.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Warning: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having a petrolatum base.They will damage the catheter and may cause balloon to burst.Warning: after use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with accepted medical practices and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.If package is opened or if any imperfection or surface deterioration is observed, do not use.Please consult product label and insert for any indications, contraindications, hazards, warnings, cautions and directions for use.Proper techniques for urinary catheter insertion.¿ perform hand hygiene immediately before and after insertion.¿ insert urinary catheters using aseptic technique and sterile equipment.¿ use the smallest foley catheter possible, consistent with good drainage.¿ document the indications for catheter insertion, date and time of catheter insertion, individual who inserted catheter, and date and time of catheter removal in patient record.Proper techniques for urinary catheter maintenance.¿ secure the foley catheter, use the statlock® foley stabilization device if provided.¿ maintain a closed drainage system by utilizing pre-connected, sealed catheter-tubing junctions.¿ maintain unobstructed urine flow and keep the catheter and collection tube free from kinking.¿ keep the collection bag below the level of the bladder or hips at all times.¿ empty the collection bag regularly (e.G., prior to transport) using a separate, clean collection container for each patient.¿ routine hygiene (e.G., cleansing of the meatal surface during daily bathing or showering) is appropriate.¿ leave foley catheter in place only as long as needed.".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.The device was not returned.

• Brand Name: SURESTEP FOLEY TRAY SYSTEM BARDEX LUBRICATH FOLEY CATHETER
• Type of Device: SURESTEP FOLEY TRAY
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• MDR Report Key: 10548295
• MDR Text Key: 211271654
• Report Number: 2130787-2020-00001
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: EZC
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741074011
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741074011
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K910846
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: distributor,other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 01/05/2021

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: Lay User/Patient
• Device Model Number: A899916
• Device Catalogue Number: A899916
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 08/26/2020
• Initial Date FDA Received: 09/17/2020
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 12/16/2020
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 01/05/2021
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1