MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD® URINARY DRAINAGE BAG

Catalog Number	153509
Medical Device Problem Code	Deformation Due to Compressive Stress (2889)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	06/13/2025
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 drain bag had a kink in the tubing.Unclear if medical intervention was provided.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the drain bag had a kink in the tubing.Unclear if medical intervention was provided.
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: indications for use: the urine drainage bags, and urine meters are indicated for urine collection for patients requiring urinary catheterization.Intended use: for urological use only.Contraindications: no known contraindications.Warnings: after use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with acceptable medical practices and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.This is a single use device.Do not resterilize any portion of this device.Reuse and/or repackaging may create a risk of patient or user infection, compromise the structural integrity and/or essential material and design characteristics of the device, which may lead to device failure, and/or lead to injury, illness or death of the patient.Users and/or patients within the european union, should report any serious incident that has occurred in relation to the device to the manufacturer and the competent authority of the member state in which the user and/or patient is established.Users outside of the european union should report any serious incident that has occurred in relation to the device to the manufacturer and the regulatory authority of the country in which the user and/or patient is established.Cautions: federal law (usa) restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed healthcare practitioner.Contains or presence of phthalates: di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (dehp) is a plasticizer used in some polyvinyl chloride medical devices.Dehp has been shown to produce a range of adverse effects in experimental animals, notably liver toxicity, and testicular atrophy.Although the toxic and carcinogenic effects of dehp have been well established in experimental animals, the ability of this compound to produce adverse effects in humans is controversial.There is no evidence that neonates, infants, pregnant and breast-feeding women exposed to dehp experience any related adverse effects.However, a lack of evidence of causation between dehp-pvc and any disease or adverse effect does not mean that there is no risk.Precaution: do not use device if package is opened or damaged.Instructions for use: visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.If package is opened 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.Position hanger on bedside rail, using string or hook.3.Use sheeting clip to secure drainage tube to sheet.A.Hang drainage tube in a straight fashion from bedside to drainage bag.Ensure that the drainage bag is placed near the foot of the bed.4.If using a urine meter, it may be emptied in two ways: a.To empty into the bag, grasp the bottom of the meter and lift up.To ensure that the meter empties completely, 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.5.To empty bag: a.Remove outlet tube from housing; gently squeeze connector arms and pull tube from housing.B.Release clamp and empty bag.C.After emptying, re clamp outlet tube and slide connector into housing until connector arms engage.D.If specimen is required, see instructions for using urine sampling 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.A.If bag is not positioned correctly, urine may bypass the meter and go directly to the bag.Reposition bag, as necessary.Directions for using bard sampling port: bard 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 to 100 degree angle).Press the syringe firmly and twist gently to lock the syringe onto the sampling port.A.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.Correction: d.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
• Common Device Name: DRAINAGE BAG
• 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: 22357836
• Report Number: 1018233-2025-05237
• Device Sequence Number: 18298070
• Product Code: KNX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741029608
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741029608(11)241220(17)291031(10)NGJY1705
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: MA
• 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
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 07/02/2025

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: Lay User/Patient
• Device Catalogue Number: 153509
• Device Lot Number: NGJY1705
• 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: 06/13/2025
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 07/03/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 06/30/2025
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 07/03/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Date Device Manufactured: 12/20/2024
• 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