| Model Number |
119214M |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Invagination (1336)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Code |
No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
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| Date of Event |
02/01/2023
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the foley catheter balloon folded back on itself when it was removed resulting in difficult removal.It was created a ring that added to the catheter circumference.This was the second time this has happened on this unit.The first time was almost could not get the catheter out of the little boy.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the foley catheter balloon folded back on itself when it was removed resulting in difficult removal.It was created a ring that added to the catheter circumference.This was the second time this has happened on this unit.The first time was almost could not get the catheter out of the little boy.Per sample received, the material number for the return catheter is 165812 which does not match the material number in this.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event was inconclusive because no sample was returned.A potential root cause for this failure could be "§ incorrect balloon design (balloon wall thickness excessive)".It is unknown whether the device had met relevant specifications.The product was used for treatment purpose.It was unknown whether the product had caused the reported failure.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: "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.Allow the balloon to deflate slowly on its own.Do not aspirate or manually accelerate the deflation of the balloon.If permitted by hospital protocol, the valve arm may be severed.If this fails, contact adequately trained professional for assistance, as directed by hospital protocol.Should balloon rupture occur, care should be taken to assure that all balloon fragments have been removed from the patient.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use." 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.
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