MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD X-FORCE BALLOON DILATION CATHETER

Model Number	998404
Medical Device Problem Code	Fluid/Blood Leak (1250)
Health Effect - Clinical Codes	No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199); No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	12/07/2020
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 contrast agent leaked from the base of the catheter balloon and the balloon was unable to be dilated.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive because no sample was returned.It is unknown whether the device had met relevant specifications.The product was used for treatment purposes.It was unknown whether the product had caused the reported failure.A potential root cause for this failure could be "poor shaft design".The device was not returned for evaluation.The device history record was reviewed and found nothing that could have caused or contributed to the reported event.The instructions for use were found adequate and state the following: warnings ¿ do not exceed the recommended rated burst pressure (rbp) for this device.Balloon rupture may occur if the rbp rating is exceeded.Please refer to the device label for the recommended maximum rated burst pressure.Extreme caution should be used when considering dilation of irregular, not-compliant tissue or in the presence of certain calculi.¿ this is a single use device.Do not re-sterilize any portion of this device.Reuse and/or repackaging may create a risk of patient or user infection, compromise the structural integrity and/or essential material and design characteristics of the device, which may lead to device failure, and/or lead to injury, illness or death of the patient.Precautions caution: federal law (u.S.A.) restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.Only a physician who has an understanding of the clinical applications, technical principles and associated risks of balloon dilation within the urinary tract should use this device.After use, the x-force® balloon dilation catheter and/or accessories may be considered a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with medical practice and applicable laws and regulations.Inspection prior to use the x-force® balloon dilation catheter is a sterile, single use device.Carefully inspect the catheter and the sterile packaging for signs of damage that may have occurred during shipment.Do not use the product if damage is evident.The device was not returned.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the contrast agent leaked from the base of the catheter balloon and the balloon was unable to be dilated.

• Brand Name: BARD X-FORCE BALLOON DILATION CATHETER
• Common Device Name: BALLOON DILATION CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014
• MDR Report Key: 11089819
• Report Number: 1018233-2020-22117
• Device Sequence Number: 3562188
• Product Code: EZN
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10801741052641
• UDI-Public: (01)10801741052641
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: JA
• PMA/510(K) Number: K050875
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: other,user facility
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 08/24/2021

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: Health Professional
• Device Expiration Date: 10/31/2021
• Device Model Number: 998404
• Device Catalogue Number: 998404
• Device Lot Number: BMDSFM10
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 12/07/2020
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 08/24/2021
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 12/29/2020
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 09/15/2021
• 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: Other