The reported event is considered manufacturing related.1 sample was confirmed to exhibit the reported failure.The device had not met specifications.The product was not used for treatment purposes.Visual evaluation of the returned sample noted one opened (without original packaging), used temperature sensing silicone foley catheter.Visual inspection of the sample noted a large piece of flash extending outward from the balloon found on the catheter.This is out of specification per inspection procedure which states, "not allowed flash on balloon." a potential root cause for this failure could be silicone particles or flashes of tube or balloon.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: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having petrolatum base.They will damage silicone and may cause the balloon to burst.Warning: after use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.Warning: this product should never be connected to the temperature monitor or connected to a cable during an mri procedure.Failure to follow this guideline may result in serious injury to the patient.It is important to closely follow these specific conditions that have been determined to permit the examination to be conducted safely.Any deviation may result in a serious injury to the patient.Caution: as with all temperature probes, in the presence of rf energy sources, local heating, temperature errors, and probe damage may occur.Do not stretch catheter.This will cause repositioning of probe.Do not use stylet.This will cause stretching of catheter.Recommended inflation capacities 8 fr.And 10 fr.(3cc balloon): use 3.5cc sterile water 12 fr.(5cc balloon): use 5.5cc sterile water 14 fr.And larger (5cc balloon): use 10cc sterile water do not exceed recommended capacities.Catheters should be replaced in accordance with the cdc guideline ¿guideline for prevention of catheter-associated urinary tract infection¿.At the onset or first signs of a urinary tract infection, catheter encrustation, or any other catheter-related adverse effect, the catheter should be replaced.Caution: aggressive traction, particularly in the presence of suturing, is not recommended for 100% silicone balloon foley catheters.Caution: 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.Sterile unless package is opened or damaged.Valve type: use luer slip syringe.Do not use needle.Caution: federal (u.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.Sterile unless package is opened or damaged.Single patient use only.Do not reuse.Do not resterilize.For urological use only note: compatible only with the bard criticore monitor, bard urotrack 224 monitor, and other 400-series temperature monitors.Interchangeability ± 0.2°c at 37°c.To deflate catheter balloon: gently insert a luer slip tip 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." the actual/suspected device was inspected.
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