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

Catalog Number	0102L14
Medical Device Problem Code	Material Fragmentation (1261)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	12/10/2024
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
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 the foley catheter to be inserted when gathering supplies nurse noted tip of catheter blunted or cut.Per customer follow up information received on 20dec2024, it was reported that there was no patient impact, and the catheter was not used just identified it was missing the tip.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive because this investigation did not result in any additional findings and no sample was available for evaluation.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 states 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.Single patient use only.Do not reuse.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Valve type: use luer slip tip syringe.Do not use needle.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 biohazard.Handl 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.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 to be inserted when gathering supplies nurse noted tip of catheter blunted or cut.Per customer follow up information received on 20dec2024, it was reported that there was no patient impact, and the catheter was not used just identified it was missing the tip.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the foley catheter to be inserted when gathering supplies nurse noted tip of catheter blunted or cut.Per customer follow up information received on 20dec2024, it was reported that there was no patient impact, and the catheter was not used just identified it was missing the tip.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event was inconclusive because this investigation did not result in any additional findings and no sample was available for evaluation.A review of the device history record did not show any problems or conditions that would have contributed to the reported issue.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: BARDEX® LUBRICATH® FOLEY CATHETER TIEMANN MODEL COUDE
• Common Device Name: 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, GA 30014 ; 7707846100
• MDR Report Key: 21035167
• Report Number: 1018233-2024-08395
• Device Sequence Number: 17173888
• Product Code: EZC
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: CA
• PMA/510(K) Number: K910846
• 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: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 04/30/2026

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: 0102L14
• Device Lot Number: NGHU1303
• 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: 12/11/2024
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 03/17/2025; 04/30/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 12/30/2024
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 03/20/2025; 05/04/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Date Device Manufactured: 08/11/2023
• 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