The reported event was inconclusive because no sample was returned.A potential root cause for this failure could be due to "biological deposits".It is unknown whether the device had met relevant specifications.The product was used for treatment purposes.It was unknown whether the product had caused the reported failure.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: "indications for use: the bardex® i.C.Latexfoley catheter is indicated for use in the drainage and/or collection and/or measurement of urine.Generally, drainage is accomplished by inserting the catheter through the urethra and into the bladder.However, drainage is sometimes accomplished by suprapubic or other placement of the catheter, such as nephrostomy tract.Directions for use: 1.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.2.Using proper aseptic methods, remove catheter from package.3.Prepare patient per hospital/nursing recommended procedure.4.Proceed with catheterization using standard techniques.5.Inflate the balloon with sterile water to the volume stated on the inflation lumen of the catheter by using a water-filled luer tip syringe.6.Connect catheter to collection container.7.To deflate the balloon, gently reinsert the luer tip syringe into the valve and aspirate.Caution: 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.Allow the pressure in the balloon to force the plunger back and fill the syringe with water.If you notice slow or no deflation, re-seat the syringe gently.Use only gentle aspiration to encourage deflation if needed.Vigorous aspiration may collapse the inflation lumen, preventing balloon deflation.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." h11: section a through f - the information provided by bd represents all 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.H3 other text : the device was not returned.
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