MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 NATURAL¿ NON-ADHESIVE MALE EXTERNAL CATHETER

Model Number	38304
Medical Device Problem Code	Difficult to Remove (1528)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	04/02/2022
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.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the male external catheters were hard to remove, sometimes it got tight on the user.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive.No sample was returned for evaluation.A potential root cause for this failure could be "mechanical failure".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: "description/indication: the natural¿ catheter is a non adhesive, all-silicone male external catheter designed for the management of male urinary incontinence.Contraindication do not use on irritated or compromised skin.Precautions: do not use if allergic reaction occurs.For good hygiene, change catheter daily.Use of a single device for periods longer than 24 hours may increase the risk of complications.Applying strap tightly may cause injury to the penis from decreased circulation.Keep strap clean and dry.Directions: to apply catheter 1) wash penis with mild soap and warm water.Dry thoroughly.2) trim pubic hair if necessary.3) unroll catheter over penis.4) gently wrap strap over catheter around penis and secure with hook and loop closure.Ensure strap remains over catheter sheath.(to maintain hook and loop closure function, keep hook and loop closed when strap is not in use.) important: to avoid injury, do not overtighten strap.5) connect to drainage device.To remove catheter 1) remove strap by separating hook and loop closure.2) gently roll catheter off the penis.¿ 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.H3 other text : the device was not returned.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the male external catheters were hard to remove, sometimes it got tight on the user.

• Brand Name: NATURAL¿ NON-ADHESIVE MALE EXTERNAL CATHETER
• Common Device Name: MALE EXTERNAL CATHETER
• 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: 14205300
• Report Number: 1018233-2022-02965
• Device Sequence Number: 17252232
• Product Code: NNX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741071256
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741071256
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: NY
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Consumer
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 06/27/2022

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: Lay User/Patient
• Device Model Number: 38304
• Device Catalogue Number: 38304
• 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: 04/02/2022
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 06/27/2022
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 04/26/2022
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 07/12/2022
• 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: Male