MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD® URINARY DRAINAGE BAG WITH ANTI-REFLUX CHAMBER; DRAIN BAG

Catalog Number	154006
Medical Device Problem Code	Restricted Flow rate (1248)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	07/17/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that customer used the drain bag (pcn#154006) for 10 years and really enjoyed the tear drop shape of the urinary drainage bag.Stated that they received the same 154006 from their supplier and noticed a new shape to the bag which sucked.Also stated that the urine did not go to the drainage outlet in the square shape as well as it did for the tear drop shape (former design of 154006).
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.Udi format updated with available product information per gudid.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.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that customer used the drain bag (pcn#154006) for 10 years and really enjoyed the tear drop shape of the urinary drainage bag.Stated that they received the same 154006 from their supplier and noticed a new shape to the bag which sucked.Also stated that the urine did not go to the drainage outlet in the square shape as well as it did for the tear drop shape (former design of 154006).Per follow up via phone on 08oct2024, it was reported that customer did not like the new design of the drain bags.They said that bags were tear shaped and now the square shape did not work for them because it was hard to clean and drain.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive because no sample was available for evaluation and further investigation did not result in any additional findings.Root cause could not be identified.Although a root cause could not be definitively identified, based on the risk documentation review, a potential root cause for this type of failure could be ¿poor interfaces with connections".However, there was insufficient information to confirm this potential root cause.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: directions for use: visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.If package is opened or damaged or if any imperfection or surface deterioration is observed, do not use.1.Remove protective cap from drainage tube catheter adapter and connect drainage tube to catheter.2.Unsnap hook.3.Position hanger on bedside rail near the foot of the bed using string or hook.4.Use sheeting clip to secure drainage tube to sheet.Important: hang drainage tube in a straight fashion from bedside to drainage bag.5.To empty bag:.Open - with thumb on top of device and finger under green lever, lift and rotate counterclockwise.Close - with thumb on green lever and finger on lever support bar, rotate lever clockwise.Note: if specimen is required, see directions for using urine sample port.6.Periodic observations of this system should be made to ensure that urine is flowing freely.If a standing column of urine is observed, check for correct positioning of bag and then for a physical obstruction.If correct positioning or removal of physical obstruction does not allow free flow, the bag may have to be changed.7.After use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with accepted medical practice and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.Directions for using bard® ez-lok® sampling port: bard® ez-lok® sampling port accepts a luer-lock or slip tip syringe.1.Kink drainage tubing a minimum of 3 inches below the sampling port until urine is visible under the access site.2.Swab surface of site with antiseptic wipe.3.Using aseptic technique, position the syringe in the center of the sampling port.The syringe should be held perpendicular to the surface of the sampling port (at approximately 80-100 degree angle).Press the syringe firmly and twist gently to lock the syringe onto the sampling port.Note: improper penetration technique could cause formation of a drop of urine on the surface of the sampling port.Periodic observation of the sampling port is recommended.4.Aspirate desired volume of urine.5.Unkink tubing and send specimen to laboratory.Directions for draining urine meter: if bag is not positioned correctly, urine may bypass the meter and go directly to the bag.Reposition bag as necessary.The urine meter may be emptied in two ways: a.To empty into the bag, grasp the bottom of the meter and lift up.To provide better meter drainage, lifting again is recommended.B.To empty urine meter into receptacle, twist green portion of drain valve to the left; to close, twist green position of the drain valve to the right.Udi format updated with available product information per gudid.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.

• Brand Name: BARD® URINARY DRAINAGE BAG WITH ANTI-REFLUX CHAMBER
• Common Device Name: DRAIN BAG
• 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 GA 30014
• Manufacturer Contact: xeeroy rada ; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014 ; 7707846100
• MDR Report Key: 19892131
• Report Number: 1018233-2024-04636
• Device Sequence Number: 7787175
• Product Code: KNX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741029615
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741029615
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: NC
• 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,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 10/17/2024

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 Catalogue Number: 154006
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 07/17/2024
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 10/17/2024
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 08/02/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 10/18/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• 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