MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 SILICONE FLAT DRAIN

Catalog Number	0070440
Medical Device Problem Code	Disconnection (1171)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	06/04/2025
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that when the nurse practitioners (np's) were placing drains and they were noticing what looked like plastic residual falling off along the flat drain.
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 when the nurse practitioners (np's) were placing drains and they were noticing what looked like plastic residual falling off along the flat drain.Customer responded via email on 09jul2025, it was reported that no physical sample is available.There were two cases where the nurse practitioners (np's) recognized it and threw them off the field prior to notifying that it was an issue.They were not used on patients and there was never any patient harm.There have been no further issues since.Customer believed there were a total of 4 drains that were affected.
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 state the following: a.Check for fluid entering reliavac evacuator.Lack of flow may indicate: all exudate has been removed.Wound drain is clogged and may require irrigation and aspiration (consult physician).Auxiliary wall suction pressure is above 210mm hg.Deflated balloon: check all connections for air leak and wound tube perforations for exposure above the skin.If still deflated, replace evacuator.B.When not using auxiliary suction during surgical wound closure, several activations of the reliavac evacuator may be required to establish suction because of: air entering partially closed wound.An operative air pocket.C.Insert safety pin into hole in collar to attach evacuator to patient's clothing or bed linen.Caution: federal (u.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.To avoid the possibility of a hematoma due to wound evacuation, the instructions for use should be carefully followed.To avoid the possibility of drain damage or breakage: additional perforations should not be made in the drains.Avoid suturing through drains.Drains should lie flat and in line with the skin exit areas.Particular care should be taken to avoid any obstacles to the drain exit path.Drains should be checked during closure for free motion to avoid possibility of breakage.Drain removal should be done gently by hand.They should not be handled with pointed, toothed or sharp instruments which could cause cuts or nicks and lead to subsequent structural failure of the drain.Warning: surgical removal may be necessary if drain is difficult to remove or breaks.Correction: b, d, f, 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.

• Brand Name: SILICONE FLAT DRAIN
• Common Device Name: SILICONE FLAT DRAIN
• 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: 22320005
• Report Number: 1018233-2025-04918
• Device Sequence Number: 9023614
• Product Code: GBX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741090769
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741090769(11)250116(17)291031(10)NGJY4385
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: GA
• 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): 08/13/2025

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 Catalogue Number: 0070440
• Device Lot Number: NGJY4385
• 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: 06/04/2025
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 08/13/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 06/24/2025
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 08/15/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Date Device Manufactured: 01/16/2025
• 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