The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.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.
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The reported event is confirmed - cause unknown.Photo: received three (3) photo samples.First and second photo samples showcase an overview of a 2-way catheter.Third photo sample showcases a piece of paper with native writing.Visual: received one (1) used 2-way catheter without original packaging.Visual inspection noted no obvious defects.Attempted to inflate balloon with 10 ml methylene blue solution (3 drops 1% aq methylene blue per 100ml distilled water) and the solution immediately went into the drainage lumen at bifurcation and created lumen to lumen leak.This is out of specification per inspection procedure which states, catheter leaks, valve leaks, balloon perforation, lumen to lumen, prematurely deflated and dislodged balloon are not allowed, and must inflate and deflate with the use of a syringe.A potential root cause for this failure could be tubing design (walls not thick enough).A review of the device history record did not show any problems or conditions that would have contributed to the reported issue.The instructions for use were found adequate and state the following: "warning: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having petroleum base.They will damage latex and may cause the balloon to burst.Warning: after use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with applicable local state, and federal laws and regulations.Caution: federal (u.S.A) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.Caution: do not aspirate urine through drainage funnel wall.Storage: store catheters at room temperature away from direct exposure to light, preferably in the original box.Note: aggressive traction, particularly in the presence of suturing, is not recommended for 100% silicone foley catheters.Sterile unless package is opened or damaged.Single patient use only.Do not reuse.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Valve type: user luer slip syringe.Do not use needle.Catheters should be replaced in accordance with the cdc guideline ¿guideline for prevention of catheter-associated urinary tract infection¿.At the onset or first signs of a urinary tract infection, catheter encrustation, or any other catheter-related adverse effect, the catheter should be replaced.To deflate catheter balloon: gently insert a luer slip tip syringe in the catheter valve.Never use more force than is required to make syringe ¿stick¿ in the valve.Allow the pressure within 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 gently 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 falls, contact adequately trained professional for assistance, as directed by hospital protocol.Should balloon rupture occur, care should be taken to assure that the balloon fragments have been removed from the patient.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.Recommended inflation capacities.5cc balloon: use 10cc sterile water.30cc balloon: use 35cc sterile water.Do not exceed recommended capacities." 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 actual/suspected device was inspected.
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