MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD TOUCHLESS PLUS UNISEX PRE-LUBRICATED VINYL URETHRAL CATHETER; TOUCHLESS 16FR CATHETER

Model Number	4A5146
Medical Device Problem Code	Inaccurate Flow Rate (1249)
Health Effect - Clinical Codes	No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199); No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.The device was not returned.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the kit did not work well while draining the bladder when on bed.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive, as no sample returned for evaluation.A potential root cause for this failure mode could be due to ¿poor interface with connections.¿ it was unknown whether the device had met specifications.The product used for treatment purposes.It was unknown whether the product had caused the reported failure.The device was not returned for evaluation.The lot number was unknown, therefore, the device history record could not be reviewed.The instructions for use were found adequate and state the following: "caution: federal (usa) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.After use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with accepted medical practice and with applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.Instructions for use: preparing for catheterization: 1.Open kit and remove contents.2.The gloves are not necessary to maintain aseptic conditions during the procedure.The gloves are for the operator's protection.Male/female catheterization: 1.Remove cap from insertion tip while squeezing tabs.Save cap for closing the bag.2.Slide the catheter halfway into the insertion tip.3.Male - prepare the male urethral meatus and the surrounding area with povidone-iodine swabs provided.Female - prepare the female urethral meatus by holding the outer labia apart and prep the urethral meatus and surrounding area with povidone iodine swabs provided.4.Male - holding the penis, advance the insertion tip into the urethra no further than the flange base.Female - spread the inner labia, advance the insertion tip into the urethra no further than the flange base.Release the inner labia.5.Place your nondominant hand on the finger control guide to stabilize catheter in urethra.With your dominant hand, grasp catheter through bag approximately 1" below the finger control guide and push catheter into urethra.The catheter should be introduced by short, repetitive pushing motions.Repeat motions until catheter reaches bladder and urine starts to flow.6.Allow urine to flow freely, making certain the catheter guide is elevated at least 4" above lower portion of the bag.Allow flow until bladder is empty or until bag is filled.Precaution: it is recommended that the collection bag be held.The catheter could possibly separate from the collection bag when urine increases weight of the bag.7.Withdraw the catheter from the urethra.Remove the remaining portion of the catheter from the collection bag by pulling it through the insertion tip.Note: the catheter is designed to pass through the insertion tip.8.The filled collection bag may be closed by replacing the cap over the insertion tip.Make sure the cap snaps on securely.Specimen collection: to collect a specimen, obtain a sample cup/tube and alcohol wipe.Remove guide tip by pulling tab(s) upward from bag.Wipe port with alcohol.Pour specimen through port at top of bag into cup/tube.Draining bag: remove insertion tip by pulling tab(s) upward from bag.Drain urine through port at top of bag.".
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the kit did not work well while draining the bladder when on bed.

• Brand Name: BARD TOUCHLESS PLUS UNISEX PRE-LUBRICATED VINYL URETHRAL CATHETER
• Common Device Name: TOUCHLESS 16FR CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• MDR Report Key: 10122904
• Report Number: 1018233-2020-03642
• Device Sequence Number: 13976777
• Product Code: FCM
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741046438
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741046438
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: FL
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K910653
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: consumer,distributor,other
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 07/21/2020

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Lay User/Patient
• Device Model Number: 4A5146
• Device Catalogue Number: 4A5146
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 05/15/2020
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 06/30/2020
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 06/05/2020
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 07/21/2020
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1