MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 SPIRIT HYDROCOLLOID ADHESIVE SHEATH; MALE EXTERNAL CATHETERS

Model Number	35303
Medical Device Problem Code	Nonstandard Device (1420)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	05/14/2021
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 male external catheter was very difficult to remove due to the adhesive being so strong.Representative advised patient to use a warm wet cloth around the penis to loosen the adhesive before trying to remove it.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive because no sample was returned for evaluation.A potential root cause for this failure could be "plc failure".It was unknown whether the device had met specifications.The product was used for treatment purposes.It was unknown whether the product had caused the reported failure.The device was not returned for evaluation.The lot number is unknown; therefore, the device history record could not be reviewed.The instructions for use were found adequate and state the following: "description/indication the self-adhering male external catheter is designed for the management of male urinary incontinence.Contraindication do not use on irritated or compromised skin.Precaution.Do not use if allergic reaction occurs.For good hygiene, change catheter daily.Use of a single device for longer periods than 24 hours may increase the risk of complications.Directions: to apply 1) wash penis with mild soap and warm water.Dry thoroughly.2) trim pubic hair if necessary.3) unroll self-adhering catheter over penis.4) gently squeeze the catheter to properly seal adhesive to the skin.Important: wear time may be significantly reduced if adhesive is not properly sealed to the skin.5) connect to drainage device.Directions: to remove gently roll catheter off the penis.Note: if necessary, apply a warm wet compress (such as a wet washcloth) around the catheter to help loosen the adhesive." 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.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the male external catheter was very difficult to remove due to the adhesive being so strong.Representative advised patient to use a warm wet cloth around the penis to loosen the adhesive before trying to remove it.

• Brand Name: SPIRIT HYDROCOLLOID ADHESIVE SHEATH
• Common Device Name: MALE EXTERNAL CATHETERS
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014
• MDR Report Key: 11958089
• Report Number: 1018233-2021-03302
• Device Sequence Number: 3688093
• Product Code: NNX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741070945
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741070945
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: FL
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• 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): 06/17/2021

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: 35303
• Device Catalogue Number: 35303
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 05/14/2021
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 06/17/2021
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 06/08/2021
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 07/12/2021
• 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