MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (BASD) -3006260740 UNKNOWN PORT; PORT & CATHETER, IMPLANTED, SUBCUTANEOUS, INTRAVASCULAR

Catalog Number UNK PORT

Device Problems Detachment of Device or Device Component (2907); Misassembly by Users (3133)

Patient Problem No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)

Event Date 11/04/2020

Event Type  malfunction  

Manufacturer Narrative

As the lot number for the device was not provided, a review of the device history records could not be performed.The sample was not returned to the manufacturer for inspection/evaluation.Therefore, the investigation of the reported event is inconclusive.Based upon the available information, the definitive root cause for this event is unknown.The instructions for use (ifu) is adequate for the reported device/patient code(s) and provides general instructions for use, as well as warnings, precautions and potential complications associated with the device.Upon receipt of new or additional information, a follow-up report will be submitted as applicable.Device not returned.

Event Description

It was reported that sometime post port placement, the physician allegedly failed to attach the locking device to the catheter stem/hub of the port.There was no reported patient injury.

Manufacturer Narrative

H10: manufacturing review: a lot history review, a device history record review and complete manufacturing review could not be conducted for the investigation as the lot number is unknown.Investigation summary: the device was not returned for evaluation.The investigation is inconclusive for the reported failed to attach.A definitive root cause could not be determined.Labeling review: a review of product labeling documentation (e.G.Procedural instructions, indications, warnings, precautions, cautions, possible complications, contraindications, nursing guide, and unit label) did not find any product labeling inadequacy.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: device not returned.

Event Description

It was reported that sometimes post port placement,the physician allegedly failed to attach the locking device to the catheter stem/hub of the port.There was no reported patient injury.

• Brand Name: UNKNOWN PORT
• Type of Device: PORT & CATHETER, IMPLANTED, SUBCUTANEOUS, INTRAVASCULAR
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (BASD) -3006260740; 605 north 5600 west; salt lake city 84116
• MDR Report Key: 10928119
• MDR Text Key: 218954703
• Report Number: 3006260740-2020-20738
• Device Sequence Number: 1
• Product Code: LJT
• Combination Product (y/n): N
• PMA/PMN Number: UNKNOWN
• Number of Events Reported: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Report Source: Manufacturer
• Source Type: company representative,health
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date: 03/22/2021

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Date FDA Received: 12/01/2020
• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Device Operator: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: UNK PORT
• Device Lot Number: UNKNOWN
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Date Manufacturer Received: 06/22/2021
• Is This a Reprocessed and Reused Single-Use Device?: No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Patient Outcome(s): Other