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123522A |
| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199); No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete, a supplemental report will be filed.The device was not returned.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the balloon on the foley catheter burst.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The device was not returned for evaluation.Potential root cause for this failure mode could be user related (example: contact with sharp object)/ / exposure to petrolatum based products mechanical failure/operator error.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: ¿bardia foley catheter caution: this product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions.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: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having a petrolatum base.They will damage latex and may cause balloon to burst.Storage: store catheters at room temperature away from direct exposure to light, preferably in the original box.Single patient use only.Do not reuse.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Valve type: use luer syringe.Do not use needle.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.Do not use if package is opened or damaged.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 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 bd.H3 other text : the device was not returned.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the balloon on the foley catheter burst.
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