| Model Number |
0167SI22 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Difficult to Remove (1528)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
05/13/2021
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.The device was not returned.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that 3way foley catheter was inserted as part of the procedure and it was not flowing.Even the clot was flushed and adjusted, it continued to not flow.Also stated that the balloon cuff would not deflate and catheter was removed by maneuvering and replaced with same type.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event was inconclusive because no sample was returned.It was 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 "lumen collapses under the pressure of the balloon".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: "directions for use: 1.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.If package is opened or if any imperfection or surface deterioration is observed, do not use.2.Using proper aseptic methods, remove catheter from package.3.Prepare patient per hospital/nursing recommended procedure.4.Proceed with catheterization using standard techniques.5.Inflate the balloon with sterile water to the volume stated on the inflation lumen of the catheter by using a water-filled luer tip syringe.6.Connect catheter to collection container.7.To deflate the balloon, gently reinsert the luer tip syringe into the valve and aspirate." 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.H3 other text : the device was not returned.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that 3way foley catheter was inserted as part of the procedure and it was not flowing.Even the clot was flushed and adjusted, it continued to not flow.Also stated that the balloon cuff would not deflate and catheter was removed by maneuvering and replaced with same type.
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