MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARDEX LUBRICATH FOLEY CATHETER

Model Number	0165L24
Medical Device Problem Code	Decrease in Pressure (1490)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	03/19/2021
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.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the catheter balloon continues to deflate and customer had to refill balloon for multiple times per day.Patient had a doctor appointment to discuss further regarding bard foley catheter inflation and deflation.Representative advised that the guidelines for 5cc balloon must be inflated between 9cc and 10cc because inflating improperly might cause drainage difficulties.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the catheter balloon continues to deflate and customer had to refill balloon for multiple times per day.Patient had a doctor appointment to discuss further regarding bard foley catheter inflation and deflation.Representative advised that the guidelines for 5cc balloon must be inflated between 9cc and 10cc because inflating improperly might cause drainage difficulties.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive.No sample was returned for evaluation.A potential root cause for this failure could be due to "incorrect alignment of valve assembly / valve component molding defect".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: "sterile unless package is opened or damaged.Warning: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having petrolatum base.They will damage latex and may cause the balloon to burst.Caution: do not aspirate urine through drainage funnel wall.Storage: store catheters at room temperature away from direct exposure to light, preferably in the original box.Single patient use only.Do not reuse.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Valve type: use luer slip tip syringe.Do not use needle.Recommended inflation capacities: 3cc balloon: use 5ml sterile water 5cc balloon: use 10ml sterile water 15cc balloon: use 20ml sterile water 20cc balloon: use 25ml sterile water 30cc balloon: use 35ml sterile water 40cc balloon: use 45ml sterile water 75cc balloon: use 80ml sterile water do not exceed recommended capacities.Warning: after use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.Bard and bardex are registered trademarks of c.R.Bard, inc.Or an affiliate.To deflate catheter balloon: gently insert a luer slip tip syringe in the catheter valve.Never use more force than is required to make the syringe ¿stick¿ in the valve.Allow the pressure within the balloon to force the plunger back and fill the syringe with water.If you notice slow or no deflation, re-seat the syringe gently.Use only gentle aspiration to encourage deflation if needed.Vigorous aspiration may collapse the inflation lumen, preventing balloon deflation.If permitted by hospital protocol, the valve arm may be severed.If this fails, contact 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.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use." the device was not returned.

• Brand Name: BARDEX LUBRICATH FOLEY CATHETER
• Common Device Name: FOLEY CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014
• MDR Report Key: 11656844
• Report Number: 1018233-2021-02077
• Device Sequence Number: 14355103
• Product Code: EZC
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741017520
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741017520
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: FL
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K910846
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: consumer,other
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 07/04/2021

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: Lay User/Patient
• Device Model Number: 0165L24
• Device Catalogue Number: 0165L24
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 03/19/2021
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 07/04/2021
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 04/13/2021
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 07/28/2021
• 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