MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 WIDEBAND SELF-ADHERING MALE EXTERNAL CATHETER; MEC

Model Number 36105

Device Problems Nonstandard Device (1420); Output above Specifications (1432)

Patient Problems No Patient Involvement (2645); No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

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.

Event Description

It was reported that, during an investigation, the investigator found that three male external catheters were above specification for strong adhesive.

Manufacturer Narrative

The reported issue was confirmed.The device was returned for evaluation.Visual inspection noted no obvious defects.The samples evaluated were found above specification in the peel strength test.The device history record was reviewed and found nothing that could have caused or contributed to the reported event.The instructions for use states 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 1) wash penis with mild soap and warm water.Dry thoroughly.2) trim pubic hair if necessary.3) open package at perforation.4) to remove plastic insert, squeeze catheter at the top of the white cone and pull to release.5) unroll self-adhering catheter over penis.6) gently squeeze the catheter to properly seal adhesive to the skin.7) 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." 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.

Event Description

It was reported that, during an investigation, the investigator found that three male external catheters were above specification for strong adhesive.

• Brand Name: WIDEBAND SELF-ADHERING MALE EXTERNAL CATHETER
• Type of Device: MEC
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• MDR Report Key: 7753518
• MDR Text Key: 116426005
• Report Number: 1018233-2018-03388
• Device Sequence Number: 0
• Product Code: NNX
• PMA/PMN Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: consumer,other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 08/21/2018

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 08/06/2018
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Other
• Device Expiration Date: 01/28/2022
• Device Model Number: 36105
• Device Catalogue Number: 36105
• Device Lot Number: JUBP0322
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 04/20/2018
• Date Manufacturer Received: 08/15/2018
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1