| Model Number |
154004A |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Partial Blockage (1065)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
09/01/2021
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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 no urine flowed into the drain bag after the placement.After inspection, a translucent membrane was observed between the tube and the bag.The patient stated that the bladder became sick and it took time to treat.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that no urine flowed into the drain bag after the placement.After inspection, a translucent membrane was observed between the tube and the bag.The patient stated that the bladder became sick and it took time to treat.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event was confirmed supplier related.1 sample was confirmed to exhibit the reported failure.The device had not met specifications.The product was used for treatment.The product caused the reported failure.Visual evaluation of the returned sample noted one opened (without original packaging), used drainage bag with inlet tubing.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: "[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 patients with known allergy to silver coated catheter." the actual/suspected device was inspected.
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