MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARDEX LUBRI-SIL I.C. ALL-SILICONE FOLEY CATHETER; LUBRISIL CATHETER

Model Number 1758SI16

Device Problems Material Invagination (1336); Scratched Material (3020)

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.

Event Description

It was reported that the catheter has external ridges in the area where the balloon was inflated.Also stated that they feel that the tubing had been smooth.

Event Description

It was reported that the catheter has external ridges in the area where the balloon was inflated.Also stated that they feel that the tubing had been smooth.

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported event was inconclusive.No sample was returned for evaluation.A potential root cause for this failure could be due to incorrect balloon design (balloon wall thickness excessive).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: "warning: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having petrolatum base.They will damage silicone and may cause the balloon to burst.After use, this product may be potential biohazard, handle and dispose of in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.Caution: federal (u.S.A) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.Do not aspirate urine through drainage funnel wall.Storage: store catheters at room temperature away from direct exposure to light, preferably in the original box.Note: aggressive traction, particularly in the presence of suturing, is not recommended for 100%silicone foley catheters, sterile unless package is opened or damaged.Single patient use only.Do not reuse.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Valve type: use luer slip syringe.Do not use needle.Catheters should be replaced in accordance with the cdc guideline" guideline for prevention of catheter-associated urinary tract infection, catheter encrustation, or any other catheter-related adverse effect, the catheter should be replaced.To deflate catheter balloon: gently insert a syringe in the catheter valve.Never use more force than is required to make the syringe "stick" in the valve.If you notice slow or no deflation, re-seat the syringe gently.Allow the balloon to deflate slowly on its own.Do not aspirate or manually accelerate the deflation of the balloon.If permitted by hospital protocol, the valve arm may be severed.If this fails, 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.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.Recommended inflation capacities 5cc balloon: use 10cc sterile water.30cc balloon: use 35cc sterile water.Do not exceed recommended capacities." 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.

• Brand Name: BARDEX LUBRI-SIL I.C. ALL-SILICONE FOLEY CATHETER
• Type of Device: LUBRISIL CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• MDR Report Key: 10602372
• MDR Text Key: 209379989
• Report Number: 1018233-2020-06253
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: EZL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741025228
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741025228
• 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: 11/24/2020

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 09/29/2020
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 1758SI16
• Device Catalogue Number: 1758SI16
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 11/03/2020
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1