Catalog Number 36303 |
Device Problems
Structural Problem (2506); Material Integrity Problem (2978)
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Patient Problem
No Information (3190)
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Event Date 01/26/2017 |
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.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.
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Event Description
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It was reported that there was too much glue.
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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.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.
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Event Description
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It was reported that there was too much glue.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Received 3 unopened wideband mecs.The reported event was unconfirmed.Per the visual inspection, the packages were unopened, had the correct printing of the same lot as the alleged lot in the complaint.No visual defects were found.During the functional testing, an adhesive peel strength was performed to prove the functionality of the adhesive.The evaluation was performed under the male external catheter adhesive peel strength test.The results were recorded in a male external catheter adhesive strength and post cure test form.The acceptable peel strength must be in a range from 0.80 to 2.80 lbf for a mec wideband.The results were the following: 1.- 1.55 lbf, 2.- 2.11 lbf, 3.- 1.39 lbf.All 3 samples were found within specification.The device history record was reviewed and found nothing that could have caused or contributed to the reported event.The instructions for use 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.Note: if necessary, apply a warm wet compress (such as a wet washcloth) around the catheter to help loosen the adhesive." (b)(4).
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Event Description
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It was reported that there was too much glue.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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