MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD® NASOGASTRIC SUMP TUBE WITH ENFIT¿; NASOGASTRIC TUBE

Model Number	0042160
Medical Device Problem Codes	Fluid/Blood Leak (1250); Nonstandard Device (1420)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	05/23/2022
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the medications and tube feeds given through the nasogastric tube were not received by the patient due to faulty equipment.
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 medications and tube feeds given through the nasogastric tube were not received by the patient due to faulty equipment.Per follow-up via phone (b)(6) 2022, customer stated that the nasogastric tube leaked at the blue aspiration port, which caused the patient involved not to receive their full feeding nor the medications that were to be delivered through the tube.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive as no sample was returned for evaluation.A potential root cause for this failure could be ¿inadequate material selection during design phase, dimensions not designed correctly¿.It is 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.A review of the device history record did not show any problem or conditions that would have contributed to the reported issue.Based on the results of the investigation, no additional actions are needed.The device was not returned for evaluation.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: 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 reflux 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.Statlock® nasogastric stabilization device: avoid contact with alcohol or acetone; both can weaken bonding of components and statlock® stabilization device pad adherence.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.

• Brand Name: BARD® NASOGASTRIC SUMP TUBE WITH ENFIT¿
• 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: 14695344
• Report Number: 1018233-2022-04636
• Device Sequence Number: 5176110
• Product Code: BSS
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741052262
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741052262
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: TX
• 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,Distributor
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 08/02/2022

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 Expiration Date: 07/01/2026
• Device Model Number: 0042160
• Device Catalogue Number: 0042160
• Device Lot Number: NGGP1095
• 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: 05/25/2022
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 08/02/2022
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 06/15/2022
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 08/03/2022
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Device Not Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/08/2022
• 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