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The reported event was confirmed manufacturing related.1 sample was confirmed to exhibit the reported failure.The device had not met specifications.The product was used for treatment.The product had caused the reported failure.Visual evaluation of the returned sample noted one opened (without original packaging), used drainage bag.Visual inspection noted a fiber cloth in the bag near the bottom of volume gauge which appeared to be the same material as the air filter.The air filter was present in the bag, however the fiber material was excess material.A potential root cause for this failure could be defective / contaminated components from supplier.The dhr review could not be performed without a lot number.The investigation is concluded, and no additional action is required at this time.The device was 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: [warnings] 1.Method for use: (1) do not inflate the balloon in the urethra.[the urethra may be injured.] (2) do not pull the catheter hard.[the bladder/urethra may be injured.] 2.Applicable patients: ·patients with delirium who might pull out catheter [when patient tugs at catheter unconsciously, the bladder and urethra may be damaged.] [contraindications] 1.Method for use: (1) do not reuse.(2) do not resterilize.(3) this device contains 10% povidone-iodine.For patients with past history of allergic hypersensitivity to povidone-iodine or iodine, consider using alternative disinfectants.(4) be careful that the catheter is not exposed to ointments, contrast medium or oil-based lubricants (including vegetable oils such as olive oil, mineral oils such as white petrolatum and animal oils).[they may damage the device and may burst balloon.] (5) do not hold the device with forceps, etc.Avoid contact with any blades or sharp-edged instruments.[catheter damage may cause balloon rupture and accidental balloon removal or failure to deflate or remove the balloon.] 2.Applicable patients with known allergy to silver coated catheter." h11: section a through f - the information provided by bard 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 bard.H3 other text : the actual/suspected device was inspected.
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