MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARDEX® LUBRICATH® FOLEY CATHETER COUNCILL MODEL

Catalog Number	0196L18
Medical Device Problem Code	Component Misassembled (4004)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	08/27/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was confirmed cause unknown.Received (5) photo samples.The first photo sample shows the overview of the foley catheter.The second photo shows the misassembled inflation valve cap.The third photo shows the inflation valve and the drainage funnel.The fourth and fifth photo shows a up close view of the misassembled inflation valve cap.Visual evaluation of the returned sample noted one opened (without original packaging), used foley catheter.Visual inspection of the sample noted that the valve cap misassembled as cap was upside down and not fitted right; upon removal inflation valve opening appeared to be slightly stretched.No actions can be taken at this time since a root cause was not identified.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: sterile unless package is opened or damaged.Warning: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having petrolatum base.They will damage latex and may cause the balloon to burst.Caution: do not aspirate urine through drainage funnel wall.Storage: store catheters at room temperature away from direct exposure to light, preferably in the original box caution: this product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions.Single patient use only.Do not reuse.For urological use only.Do not resterilize.Valve type: use luer slip tip syringe.Do not use needle.Caution: federal (u.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.Sterile eo sterilized by ethylene oxide recommended inflation capacities 3cc balloon: use 5ml sterile water 5cc balloon: use 10ml sterile water 15cc balloon: use 20ml sterile water 20cc balloon: use 25ml sterile water 30cc balloon: use 35ml sterile water 40cc balloon: use 45ml sterile water 75cc balloon: use 80ml sterile water do not exceed recommended capacities.Warning: after use, this product may be a potential blohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.To deflate catheter balloon: gently insert a luer slip tip syringe in the catheter valve.Never use more force than is required to make the syringe "stick" in the valve.Allow the pressure within the balloon to force the plunger back and fill the syringe with water.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 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.Correction: d, h.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 the foley catheter inflation valve cover was not properly fitted so it was discontinued.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.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 the foley catheter inflation valve cover was not properly fitted so it was discontinued.

• Brand Name: BARDEX® LUBRICATH® FOLEY CATHETER COUNCILL MODEL
• 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 GA 30014
• Manufacturer Contact: xeeroy rada ; 8195 industrial blvd; covington 30014 ; 7707846100
• MDR Report Key: 20223412
• Report Number: 1018233-2024-05749
• Device Sequence Number: 18015832
• Product Code: EZC
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741017933
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741017933(11)230324(17)271231(10)NGHP2769
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: JA
• PMA/510(K) Number: K910846
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,User Facility
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 11/18/2024

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: Health Professional
• Device Catalogue Number: 0196L18
• Device Lot Number: NGHP2769
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Date Returned to Manufacturer: 09/03/2024
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 08/28/2024
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 11/18/2024
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 09/16/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 12/02/2024
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/24/2023
• 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