MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARDEX® LUBRI-SIL® ALL-SILICONE FOLEY CATHETER

Catalog Number	175808
Medical Device Problem Code	Material Fragmentation (1261)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	05/01/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that foley catheter was broken within kit, and it was discovered upon insertion.Another foley was used without incident.There was no harm to the patient.
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.
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.No actions can be taken at this time since a root cause was not identified.A review of the device history record did not show any problems or conditions that would have contributed to the reported issue.The instructions for use were found adequate and state the following: warning: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having petrolatum base.They will damage silicone and may cause the balloon to burst.Warning: after use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with applicable local state, and federal laws and regulations.Cautions: federal (u.S.A) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.Cautions: do not aspirate urine through drainage funnel wall.Storage: store catheter at room temperature away from direct exposure to light, preferably in the original box.Note: aggressive traction, particularly in the presence of suturing, is not recommended for 100 percentage silicone foley catheters.Sterile unless package is opened or damaged.Single patient use only.Do not reuse.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Valve type: use luer slip syringe.Do not use needle.Catheters should be replaced in accordance with the cdc guideline guideline for prevention of catheter-associated urinary tract infection.At the onset or first signs of a urinary tract infection, catheter encrustation, or any other catheter-related adverse effect, the catheter should be replaced.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.Recommended inflation capacities.3cc balloon: use 5cc sterile water 5cc balloon: use 10cc sterile water 30cc balloon: use 35cc sterile water do not exceed recommended capacities.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 foley catheter was broken within kit, and it was discovered upon insertion.Another foley was used without incident.There was no harm to the patient.

• Brand Name: BARDEX® LUBRI-SIL® ALL-SILICONE FOLEY CATHETER
• Common Device Name: SILICONE FOLEY CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 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: 20372638
• Report Number: 1018233-2024-06249
• Device Sequence Number: 6868849
• Product Code: EZL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741034275
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741034275(11)210617(17)260616(10)NGFS0787
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: RI
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K984084
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Health Professional,User Facility,Company Representative
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 01/10/2025

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: 06/16/2026
• Device Catalogue Number: 175808
• Device Lot Number: NGFS0787
• 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: 09/16/2024
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 01/10/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 10/04/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 01/23/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Date Device Manufactured: 06/17/2021
• 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 Age: 9 YR
• Patient Sex: Female