| Model Number |
119108 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Split, Cut or Torn (4008)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
02/17/2022
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the foley catheter was placed in the operating room and it ruptured in the ward.The user noticed that the catheter was torn and sterile distilled water was leaking.
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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 catheter was placed in the operating room and it ruptured in the ward.The user noticed that the catheter was torn and sterile distilled water was leaking.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event was inconclusive since sample condition was poor.A potential root cause for this failure mode could be ¿damage core pin or insert.Hit insert against the mold or the table¿.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: "[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 (1) 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) 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.] (4) 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.]" the actual/suspected device was inspected.
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