MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 SPIRIT HYDROCOLLOID ADHESIVE SHEATH; MALE EXTERNAL CATHETER

Catalog Number 37304

Device Problem Fluid/Blood Leak (1250)

Patient Problems Unspecified Infection (1930); Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms, Conditions Term / Code Not Available (4581)

Event Date 07/19/2021

Event Type  Injury  

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 there was a leak in the male external catheter and the patient had an unspecified infection with minor injury.It is unknown what medical intervention was provided for the infection and injury.

Event Description

It was reported that there was a leak in the male external catheter and the patient had an unspecified infection with minor injury.It is unknown what medical intervention was provided for the infection and injury.

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported event was inconclusive because no sample was returned.A potential root cause for this failure could be "incorrect form length".It was unknown whether the device had met relevant specifications.The product was used for treatment.It was unknown whether the product had caused the reported failure.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: "description/indication: the self-adhering male external catheter is designed for the management of male urinary incontinence.Contraindication: do not use on irritated or compromised skin.Precaution: do not use if allergic reaction occurs.For good hygiene, change catheter daily.Use of a single device for longer periods than 24 hours may increase the risk of complications.Directions: to apply: wash penis with mild soap and warm water.Dry thoroughly.Trim pubic hair if necessary.Open package at perforation.To remove plastic insert, squeeze catheter at the top of the white cone and pull to release.Unroll self-adhering catheter over penis.Gently squeeze the catheter to properly seal adhesive to the skin.Connect to collection bag.Important: wear time may be significantly reduced if adhesive is not properly sealed to the skin.Directions: to remove gently roll catheter off the penis." h11: section a through f - the information provided by bard 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 bard.H3 other text: the device was not returned.

• Brand Name: SPIRIT HYDROCOLLOID ADHESIVE SHEATH
• Type of Device: MALE EXTERNAL CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014
• MDR Report Key: 12320177
• MDR Text Key: 266467575
• Report Number: 1018233-2021-04949
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: NNX
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): Y
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 09/09/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 08/13/2021
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 37304
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 09/09/2021
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Other