MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD® INLAY® URETERAL STENT WITH NICORE¿ GUIDEWIRE

Model Number	776426
Medical Device Problem Code	Difficult to Insert (1316)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	10/25/2022
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the ureteral stent could not be pushed into the pelvis during operation.
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 ureteral stent could not be pushed into the pelvis during operation.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive due to poor sample condition.Although a specific cause cannot be determined, a potential cause for this event could be, "material selection".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: "improper handling technique can seriously weaken the stent.Acute bending or overstressing during placement could result in subsequent separation of the stent at the point of stress after a prolonged indwelling period." "exercise care.Tearing of the stent can be caused by sharp instruments." "care should be exercised when removing the stent from inner polybag so as not to cause tearing or fragmentation." "the insertion of a ureteral stent should only be done by those individuals who have comprehensive training in the techniques and risks of the procedure." "directions for use: determine the proper stent length for the patient.This is generally calculated from the baseline pyelogram.Accurate measurements will optimize drainage efficiency and patient comfort.Submerge stent in sterile water to activate the coating.Insert the cystoscope then pass the guidewire* through the scope until the tip is in the renal pelvis.Move the pigtail straightener over the proximal end (kidney coil end) of the ureteral stent allowing easier insertion onto the guidewire.Remove pigtail straightener once the stent is secure on the guidewire.Pass the stent over the guidewire through the cystoscope by using the push catheter for proper placement.Watch the distal end (bladder coil end) of the stent or the radiopaque, proximal end of the pusher.Stop advancing when the stent¿s distal end marker reaches the ureterovesical junction (uvj).Withdraw the guidewire slowly.The stent will form a pigtail automatically.Carefully remove the push catheter." "activate the guidewire coating according to the ¿instructions for use¿ found within the guidewire packaging." h11: section a through f - the information provided by bard represents all of 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 bard.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive due to a lack of information.Although a specific cause cannot be determined, a potential cause for this event could be, "material selection".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: "improper handling technique can seriously weaken the stent.Acute bending or overstressing during placement could result in subsequent separation of the stent at the point of stress after a prolonged indwelling period." "exercise care.Tearing of the stent can be caused by sharp instruments." "care should be exercised when removing the stent from inner polybag so as not to cause tearing or fragmentation." "the insertion of a ureteral stent should only be done by those individuals who have comprehensive training in the techniques and risks of the procedure." "directions for use: determine the proper stent length for the patient.This is generally calculated from the baseline pyelogram.Accurate measurements will optimize drainage efficiency and patient comfort.Submerge stent in sterile water to activate the coating.Insert the cystoscope then pass the guidewire* through the scope until the tip is in the renal pelvis.Move the pigtail straightener over the proximal end (kidney coil end) of the ureteral stent allowing easier insertion onto the guidewire.Remove pigtail straightener once the stent is secure on the guidewire.Pass the stent over the guidewire through the cystoscope by using the push catheter for proper placement.Watch the distal end (bladder coil end) of the stent or the radiopaque, proximal end of the pusher.Stop advancing when the stent¿s distal end marker reaches the ureterovesical junction (uvj).Withdraw the guidewire slowly.The stent will form a pigtail automatically.Carefully remove the push catheter." "activate the guidewire coating according to the ¿instructions for use¿ found within the guidewire packaging." h11: section a through f - the information provided by bard represents all of 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 bard.H3 other text: the actual/suspected device was inspected.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the ureteral stent could not be pushed into the pelvis during operation.

• Brand Name: BARD® INLAY® URETERAL STENT WITH NICORE¿ GUIDEWIRE
• Common Device Name: URETERAL STENT
• 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: xeeroy rada ; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014 ; 7707846100
• MDR Report Key: 15744690
• Report Number: 1018233-2022-08499
• Device Sequence Number: 17911035
• Product Code: FAD
• UDI-Device Identifier: 10801741014205
• UDI-Public: (01)10801741014205
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: CH
• PMA/510(K) Number: K983498
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 05/10/2023

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: 09/24/2024
• Device Model Number: 776426
• Device Catalogue Number: 776426
• Device Lot Number: NGFV4175
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 10/25/2022
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Initial
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 10/25/2022
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 03/09/2023; 05/11/2023
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 11/07/2022
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 03/13/2023; 05/11/2023
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 09/03/2021
• 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