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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 the inflation or drainage lumen wall perforated.It was unknown whether the device had met relevant specifications.The product was used for the treatment purposes.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: "caution: this product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions.Sterile unless package is opened or damaged.Warning: do not use ointments or lubricants having a petrolatum base.They will damage latex and may burst balloon.Do not aspirate urine through drainage funnel wall.Single use only.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Valve type: use luer syringe.Do not use needle.To deflate catheter balloon: gently insert a syringe in the catheter valve.Never use more force than is required to make the syringe stick in the valve.If you notice slow or no deflation, reseat the syringe gently.Use only gentle aspiration to encourage deflation if needed.Vigorous aspiration may collapse the inflation lumen.If permitted by hospital protocol, the may be cut off.If this fails, contact an adequately trained professional for assistance, as directed by hospital protocol.Should balloon rupture occur, care should be taken to assure that all balloon fragments have been removed from the patient." correction: e, h.H11: section a through f - the information provided by bd represents all 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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