| Model Number |
123522A |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Fluid/Blood Leak (1250)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
07/07/2021
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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.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the foley catheters leaked.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event was inconclusive as no sample was returned for evaluation.It is unknown whether the device had met relevant specifications.The product was used for urological care.It was unknown whether the product had caused the reported failure.Potential root cause for this failure mode could be user related (example: contact with sharp object/mechanical failure/operator error/thin rubberize layer).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: do not use the product of have later allergy.Scope of application: foley catheter is intended for use in the drainage of urine from the bladder of children and adults.Precaution: this product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reaction.Sterile unless package has been opened or damage.Warning: do not use petroleum substrate lubricants with the latex- based urethral catheters such as petroleum jelly and label liquid paraffin, which will damage latex and may burst balloon.Water-soluble lubricant can be used.Storage: catheters need to be stored at room temperature and keep away from the direct light and preferably stored in the original packing box.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.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the foley catheters leaked.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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