Catalog Number 123516A |
Device Problem
Component Misassembled (4004)
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Patient Problems
No Patient Involvement (2645); No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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Event Date 02/01/2021 |
Event Type
malfunction
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.
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Event Description
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It was reported that the foley catheter did not have a sample port to get a clean catch urine.Also when the customer opened the foley catheter package, it was found that the catheter was not sleeved and was just laying in the box.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.Correction: d, e.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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Event Description
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It was reported that the foley bag did not have a sample port to get a clean catch urine.Also when the customer opened the foley catheter package it was found that the catheter was not sleeved and just laying in the box.Per follow up on 04mar2021 the patient developed a urinary tract infection since using the catheter from the foley tray but was uncertain whether it was caused by the catheter.The patient was treated with prescribed antibiotics.Also stated there was no sample port on the bag or tubing even though it was mentioned that it contains a sample port.Also the customer provided quantity as 4.
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Event Description
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It was reported that the foley bag did not have a sample port to get a clean catch urine.Also when the customer opened the foley catheter package it was found that the catheter was not sleeved and just laying in the box.Per follow up on 04mar2021 the patient developed a urinary tract infection since using the catheter from the foley tray but was uncertain whether it was caused by the catheter.The patient was treated with prescribed antibiotics.Also stated there was no sample port on the bag or tubing even though it was mentioned that it contains a sample port.Also the customer provided quantity as 4.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event was confirmed however the cause was unknown.The reported failure was able to be reproduced.The product was used for urological care.Evaluation found no polysleeve for the returned catheter.However, the exact cause of how and when the problem occurred could not be determined.A potential root cause for this failure could be due to mechanical failure, operator error, user related (eg: mishandling of device).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: "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." the actual/suspected device was evaluated.
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