| Model Number |
123524A |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Biocompatibility (2886)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
Urinary Tract Infection (2120)
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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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.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the foley catheter caused the patient to get urinary tract infection and they wanted to use medline foley's catheter.It was unknown that what medical intervention was provided for urinary tract infection.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event was inconclusive.No sample was returned for evaluation.Potential root cause for this failure mode could be user allergic with latex/coating peel off.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: this product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions.Sterile: unless package is opened or damaged.Do not use if package is opened or damaged.Warning: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having petrolatum base.They will damage latex and may cause the balloon to burst.They will damage latex and may cause the 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.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use." 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.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the foley catheter caused the patient to get urinary tract infection and they wanted to use medline foley's catheter.It was unknown that what medical intervention was provided for urinary tract infection.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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