MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD WOUND DRAIN

Model Number	0070310
Medical Device Problem Code	Dull, Blunt (2407)
Health Effect - Clinical Codes	No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199); Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available (4581)
Date of Event	01/12/2021
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.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the three trocar drains were dull.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the complainant struggled with the bard drains as the trocars were dull.Per follow up information received via email on 09feb2021 the additional lot numbers received ngeu3611 ngen3356.Per follow up information received via email on 16feb2021 it was stated that the doctors were still able to make an incision using excessive force and on occasion the doctor would use a knife blade as a last try.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive as no sample returned for evaluation.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.A potential root cause for this failure mode could be due to damaged tip or tip not produced to specification.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: "indications: wound drains are used to remove exudates from wound sites.Warning: when placing drain(s) care should be taken to ensure that the perforated portion of the wound drain lies completely within the confines of the wound.Read product insert provided with the closed wound evacuator for detailed instructions, warnings and precautions associated with the use of the evacuator device.To avoid the possibility of drain damage or breakage: ¿ additional perforations should not be made in the drains.¿ avoid suturing through drains.¿ drains should lie flat and in line with the skin exit areas.¿ particular care should be taken to avoid any obstacles to the drain exit path.¿ drains should be checked for free motion during closure to minimize the possibility of breakage.¿ drain removal should be done gently by hand.They should not be handled with pointed, toothed or sharp instruments which could cause cuts or nicks and lead to subsequent structural failure of the drain.¿ surgical removal may be necessary if drain is difficult to remove or breaks.Drain placement 1.Place perforated wound drain within the critical fluid collection area of wound.2.Draw non-perforated section of wound drain through to the outside until drain indicator mark appears at the skin surface.Two sets of indicator marks aid placement of the drain.3.Remove trocar only by cutting the drain one inch from end of trocar.4.Trim non-perforated section of drain to desired length.For bard 100cc silicone and reliavac 100 evacuators single drain placement 1.Remove adapter with connector from pouch.2.Insert adapter end into non-perforated section of drain.3.Insert connecting tube of drain to adapter port of evacuator.For two drain placement for bard 100cc silicone evacuators 1.Attach second drain to adapter.2.Attach connecting tube of both silicone drains to the bard® y-connector and connect y-connector to evacuator drain port.For reliavac® 100 (use blue adapter in drain package and y-connector in evacuator package) 1.Cut off plug from closed arm of y-connector.2.Remove blue adapters from pouches.Insert into y-connector.3.Attach both drains to blue adapters.For reliavac 400 and 3-spring evacuators single drain placement 1.Ensure open end of y-connector is open or cut to one by four inch mark.2.Remove blue adapter from pouch.Insert into y-connector.3.Attach drain to blue adapter.For two drain placement 1.Cut off plug from closed arm of y-connector.2.Remove blue adapter from pouch.Insert into y-connector.3.Attach both drains to blue adapters.Reuse precaution: this is a single use device.Do not resterilize 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." the device was not returned.

• Brand Name: BARD WOUND DRAIN
• Common Device Name: BARD WOUND DRAIN
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014
• MDR Report Key: 11279657
• Report Number: 1018233-2021-00264
• Device Sequence Number: 17170628
• Product Code: GBX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741049460
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741049460
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: OK
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• 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): 05/06/2021

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?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 0070310
• Device Catalogue Number: 0070310
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/12/2021
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 05/06/2021
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 02/04/2021
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 05/28/2021
• 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; Required Intervention