The reported event was inconclusive, and it is unknown whether the device had met relevant specifications.The product was not used for patient treatment.It was unknown whether the product had caused the reported failure.Visual evaluation of the returned sample noted one opened (with original packaging), syringe.Visual inspection of the sample noted the syringe was empty with no cap attached and we cannot verify if the short fill of the sterile water therefore, this investigation is considered inconclusive.There were no damages observed on the syringe.A potential root cause for this failure mode could be ¿tip cover came off during shipping or in processing.The lot number is unknown; therefore, the device history record could not be reviewed.The instructions for use were found adequate and state the following: "this preconnected closed system foley tray contains: lubri-sil® i.C.Anti-microbial all-silicone foley catheter; statlock® foley stabilization device; anti-microbial control-fit outlet device; 350 ml urine meter; bacteriostatic drainage tube; bacteriostatic collection bag (2500 ml); 3 foam swabs; povidone-iodine packet; peri-care kit; soap towelettes; hand sanitizer.Bard, complete care, control-fit, ez-lok, lubri-sil, statlock and surestep are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of c.R.Bard, inc.*bacti-guard is a registered trademark of bactiguard ab.Bacti-guard® silver alloy coating is licensed from bactiguard ab.Tm ez-lok® needleless urine sample port ; lubricating jelly syringe; 10cc syringe of sterile water ; underpad ; fenestrated drape ; gloves | string hanger ; sheeting clip ; specimen container with label intended 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 a nephrostomy tract.Sterile unless package is opened or damaged, except for any individually packaged components within the tray which are not labeled as sterile.These components are not terminally consult instructions sterilized." 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.The actual/suspected device was inspected.
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