MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD® FOLEY CATHETER SILICONE COATED

Model Number	265718
Medical Device Problem Code	Failure to Infuse (2340)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	10/12/2022
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive because no sample was returned.It was unknown whether the device had met relevant specifications.A product was used for urological care.It was unknown whether the product had caused the reported failure.The potential root cause for this failure could be pinch lumen/collapse lumen/thick sac thickness/valve damage/short inflation lumen.The device was not returned for evaluation.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: caution: this product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions.Pk6194321 4/03 rev.0.Sterile unless package is opened or damaged.Do not use if package is opened or damaged.Warning: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having a petrolatum base.They will damage latex and may cause balloon burst."visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.Recommended inflation capacities: 3cc balloon: use 5cc sterile water.5cc balloon: use 10cc sterile water.15cc balloon: use 20cc sterile water.20cc balloon: use 25cc sterile water.30cc balloon: use 35cc sterile water.40cc balloon: use 45cc sterile water.75cc balloon: use 50cc sterile water.Do not exceeded recommended capacities." to deflate catheter balloon: gently insert a syringe in the catheter valve.Never use more force than is required to make the syringe "stick" in the valve.If you notice slow or no deflation, re-seat the syringe gently.Use only gentle aspiration to encourage deflation if needed.Vigorous aspiration may collapse the inflation lumen, preventing balloon deflation.If permitted by hospital protocol, the valve arm may be severed.If this fails, contact and adequately trained professional for assistance, as directed by hospital protocol".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.The device was not returned.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the foley catheter balloon did not expand.

• Brand Name: BARD® FOLEY CATHETER SILICONE COATED
• Common Device Name: FOLEY 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: 15673283
• Report Number: 1018233-2022-08114
• Device Sequence Number: 15045115
• Product Code: EZC
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741039607
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741039607
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: IN
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K910846
• 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
• Report Date (Section B): 10/17/2022

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: 265718
• Device Catalogue Number: 265718
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Initial
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 10/12/2022
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 10/26/2022
• 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