Catalog Number A319516AM |
Device Problem
Device Operates Differently Than Expected (2913)
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Patient Problem
Hypersensitivity/Allergic reaction (1907)
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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 the complainant received a catheter kit that was supposed to contain a silicone catheter (b)(4); however, the kit contained a latex catheter (b)(4).The patient allegedly has a latex allergy and experienced a mild reaction to the latex catheter.The patient was evaluated by the hospital staff and appeared to be fine.The catheter was replaced with a silicone catheter.
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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 the complainant received a catheter kit that was supposed to contain a silicone catheter (119316m); however, the kit contained a latex catheter (129416m).The patient allegedly has a latex allergy and experienced a mild reaction to the latex catheter.The patient was evaluated by the hospital staff and appeared to be fine.The catheter was replaced with a silicone catheter.
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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 the complainant received a catheter kit that was supposed to contain a silicone catheter (119316m); however, the kit contained a latex catheter (129416m).The patient allegedly has a latex allergy and experienced a mild reaction to the latex catheter.The patient was evaluated by the hospital staff and appeared to be fine.The catheter was replaced with a silicone catheter.
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Manufacturer Narrative
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Received 1 opened and 1 unopened surestep foley tray with the original unit packaging.During the visual evaluation it was noted that a latex catheter was packaged in the tray.The labeling showed the product catalog number as a319516am, lot # ngaq4149 and the bar code label referenced product number a319416am, lot number ngaq4149.A comparative sample was returned for product a319516am, lot # ngaq1605 which showed a silicone catheter packaged in the tray.The reported issue was confirmed as manufacturing related for the opened sample only.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: "- caution: this product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.If the package is opened or if any imperfection or surface deterioration is observed, do not use.Please consult product label and insert for any indications, contraindications, hazards, warnings, cautions and direction for use." (b)(4).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 the complainant received a catheter kit that was supposed to contain a silicone catheter ((b)(4)); however, the kit contained a latex catheter ((b)(4)).The patient allegedly has a latex allergy and experienced a mild reaction to the latex catheter.The patient was evaluated by the hospital staff and appeared to be fine.The catheter was replaced with a silicone catheter.
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