MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD® NASOGASTRIC SUMP TUBE WITH PREVENT® ANTI-REFLUX FILTER; NASOGASTRIC TUBE

Model Number	0046140
Medical Device Problem Code	Material Too Soft/Flexible (4007)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	03/03/2022
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.The device was not returned.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the nasogastric tube came with a piece of connector.Customer stated that after it was used on the patient for a while, the tube got softened and the connector would get pushed further down and eventually obstruct the reflux vent.It was stated that at most times, the nurse could fish out the connector using hemostat.However, if unable to pull it out, the entire nasogastric tube must be changed.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive because no sample was returned.A potential root cause for this failure could be "inadequate material selection or design is inadequate".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.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: ¿indications for use: bard nasogastric sump tubes are intended to be used for: decompression of stomach by suction or aspiration of gastric contents.Short-term administration of term tube feeding, lavage fl uid and medications.Contraindications: patients with known tape or adhesive allergies.Warnings: 1.Use with caution in patients with a history of head trauma, facial trauma, esophageal diseases and patients with potential for vomiting.2.Do not force nasogastric tube during insertions; damage to the nasal passage and mucosa and bleeding may occur.3.Measure insertion length carefully- excessive insertion length of tube into the stomach may lead to coiling and/or formation of tube-knot.4.Lubricate the tube generously with water soluble lubricant prior to insertion.Do not use petroleum-based products as they may be harmful to the respiratory tract.5.Refl ux of gastric contents into the blue vent lumen indicates that the suction lumen is obstructed or suction is too low.Routinely check for refl ux in the blue vent lumen and clear as per applicable directions.Failure to clear the obstruction or clear prevent® filter may cause gas and fluid buildup in stomach, aspiration of gastric contents, aspiration pneumonia and other complications.6.Do not inject fl uid through the prevent® filter as this may result in blockage and leakage of fi lter.7.Monitor patient for nasal erosion, sinusitis, esophagitis, esophagotracheal fi stula, gastric erosion and pulmonary & oral infections.¿ correction: g.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.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the nasogastric tube came with a piece of connector.Customer stated that after it was used on the patient for a while, the tube got softened and the connector would get pushed further down and eventually obstruct the reflux vent.It was stated that at most times, the nurse could fish out the connector using hemostat.However, if unable to pull it out, the entire nasogastric tube must be changed.

• Brand Name: BARD® NASOGASTRIC SUMP TUBE WITH PREVENT® ANTI-REFLUX FILTER
• Common Device Name: NASOGASTRIC TUBE
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014
• Manufacturer (Section G): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014
• Manufacturer Contact: juan velez ; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014 ; 7707846100
• MDR Report Key: 13935360
• Report Number: 1018233-2022-01688
• Device Sequence Number: 4132178
• Product Code: FEG
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741052316
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741052316
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: WA
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K960176
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 06/21/2022

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: No
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: Yes
• Operator of Device: Health Professional
• Device Model Number: 0046140
• Device Catalogue Number: 0046140
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Follow-Up
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 03/03/2022
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 06/21/2022
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 03/29/2022
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 07/08/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Device Labeled for Single Use? (Y/N): Yes
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Usage of Device: Initial
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Other
• Patient Sex: Unknown