| Model Number |
154102 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Restricted Flow rate (1248)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199); No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
09/18/2020
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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 urinary drainage bags were not draining correctly.Additional follow up via phone on 24sep2020, caregiver emptied the bag and after the bag was emptied, the sides stuck together and would not allow any more urine to drain into the bag.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the urinary drainage bags were not draining correctly.The event occurred 2 weeks ago and also on (b)(6) 2020.Per follow up via phone on 24sep2020 the caregiver emptied the bag and after the bag was emptied the sides stuck together and did not allow any more urine to drain into the bag.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event was inconclusive as no sample returned for evaluation.A potential root cause for this failure mode could be due to obstruction in tube or kinked tubing.It was unknown whether the device had met specifications.The product used for the treatment but 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: "single use only.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Warning: after use this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with accepted medical practice and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.Directions for use: visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.If package is opened or damaged or if any imperfection or surface deterioration is observed, do not use.1.Remove protective cap from drainage tube catheter adapter and connect drainage tube to catheter.2.Position hanger on bedside rail near the foot of the bed.3.Use sheeting clip to secure drainage tube to sheet.Important: position drainage tube in a straight fashion from catheter to drainage bag.4.To empty bag: a.Remove outlet tube from housing: gently squeeze connector arms and pull tube from housing.B.Release clamp and empty bag.C.After emptying, reclamp outlet tube and slide connector into housing until connector arms engage.Note: if specimen is required, see directions for using urine sample port.5.Periodic observations of this system should be made to ensure the urine is flowing freely.If a standing column of urine is observed, check for correct positioning of bag and then for a physical obstruction.If correct positioning or removal of physical obstruction does not allow free flow, the bag may have to be changed.Directions for using bard ez lok sampling port: bard ez lok sampling port accepts a luer lock or slip tip syringe.1.Kink drainage tubing a minimum of 3 inches below the sampling port until urine is visible under the access site.2.Swab surface of site with antiseptic wipe.3.Using aseptic technique, position the syringe in the center of the sampling port.The syringe should be held perpendicular to the surface of the sampling port (at approximately 80 to 100 degree angle).Press the syringe firmly and twist gently to lock the syringe onto the sampling port.Note: improper penetration technique could cause formation of a drop of urine on the surface of the sampling port.Periodic observation of the sampling port is recommended.4.Aspirate desired volume of urine.5.Unkink tubing and send specimen to laboratory." 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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