MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARDIA® ALL-SILICONE FOLEY CATHETER; SILICONE CATHTER

Model Number 806520

Device Problems Patient-Device Incompatibility (2682); Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem (2993)

Patient Problems Hematoma (1884); Hemorrhage/Bleeding (1888); Hematuria (2558); Patient Problem/Medical Problem (2688)

Event Type  Injury  

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.The device was not returned.

Event Description

It was reported that the patient developed blood clots after use of the catheter.It was later reported, the complainant stated that his previous catheter was in place for 8 weeks so he needed to replace it.After he inserted the new catheter, there was a significant amount of bleeding and blood clots coming from his penis.Due to the bleeding, he went to the hospital where he was in the emergency room (er) for approximately 10 hours.The doctor attempted to flush the catheter to clear the bleeding and blood clots, however the issue was not resolved, therefore the catheter was removed and replaced.Once the new catheter was inserted, the bleeding subsided and there were no other issues.He did receive intravenous fluid replacement during his er visit.

Event Description

It was reported that the patient developed blood clots after use of the catheter.It was later reported, the complainant stated that his previous catheter was in place for 8 weeks so he needed to replace it.After he inserted the new catheter, there was a significant amount of bleeding and blood clots coming from his penis.Due to the bleeding, he went to the hospital where he was in the emergency room (er) for approximately 10 hours.The doctor attempted to flush the catheter to clear the bleeding and blood clots, however the issue was not resolved, therefore the catheter was removed and replaced.Once the new catheter was inserted, the bleeding subsided and there were no other issues.He did receive intravenous fluid replacement during his er visit.

Manufacturer Narrative

The device was not returned for evaluation.The lot number is unknown; therefore, the device history record could not be reviewed.The instructions for use state the following: "caution: federal (u.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.Sterile: unless package is opened or damaged.Warning: do not use ointments or lubricants having a petrolatum base.They will damage silicone and may cause balloon to burst.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.Single use only.Do not reuse.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Valve type: use luer slip syringe.Do not use needle.Recommended inflation capacities, 3cc balloon: use 5ml sterile water, 5cc balloon: use 10ml sterile water, 30cc balloon: use 35ml sterile water, do not exceed recommended capacities.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.Note: aggressive traction, particularly in the presence of suturing, is not recommended for 100% silicone foley catheters.Bard and bardia are registered trademarks of c.R.Bard, inc.Or an affiliate.To deflate catheter balloon: gently insert a syringe in the catheter valve.Never use more force than is required to make the syringe ¿stick¿ in the valve.If you notice slow or no deflation, re-seat the syringe gently.Allow the balloon to deflate slowly on its own.Do not aspirate or manually accelerate the deflation of the balloon.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.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.All-silicone foley catheter".

• Brand Name: BARDIA® ALL-SILICONE FOLEY CATHETER
• Type of Device: SILICONE CATHTER
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• MDR Report Key: 7487177
• MDR Text Key: 107369677
• Report Number: 1018233-2018-01501
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: EZL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741039195
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741039195
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: K040504
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: distributor,other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 05/18/2018

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Device Operator: Lay User/Patient
• Device Model Number: 806520
• Device Catalogue Number: 806520
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Manufacturer Received: 04/13/2018
• Initial Date FDA Received: 05/04/2018
• Supplement Dates Manufacturer Received: 05/16/2018
• Supplement Dates FDA Received: 05/18/2018
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Required Intervention