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

Model Number	791600
Medical Device Problem Code	Biocompatibility (2886)
Health Effect - Clinical Codes	Sepsis (2067); Urinary Tract Infection (2120)
Type of Reportable Event	Serious Injury
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 patient experienced a urinary tract infection and had to go to the hospital.Patient also stated that the infection was in blood and was treated with medicine.
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 ¿inadequate sterilization.¿ it was unknown whether the device had met specifications.The product used for the 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 (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.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." 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.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the patient experienced a urinary tract infection and had to go to the hospital.The patient also stated that the infection was in blood and was treated with medicine.

• Brand Name: BARDEX ALL-SILICONE FOLEY CATHETER
• Common Device Name: SILICONE FOLEY CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• MDR Report Key: 10165619
• Report Number: 1018233-2020-03933
• Device Sequence Number: 13915326
• Product Code: EZL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741029653
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741029653
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: FL
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K040504
• 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): 08/11/2020

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
• Operator of Device: Lay User/Patient
• Device Model Number: 791600
• Device Catalogue Number: 165816
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 05/28/2020
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 07/21/2020
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 06/17/2020
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 08/11/2020
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Hospitalization; Required Intervention