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

Catalog Number	0168L16
Medical Device Problem Code	Disconnection (1171)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	07/28/2025
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 while using product nursing staff were placing a foley catheter and the valve for filling the balloon with sterile water came off the line, causing the contents to leak.They were unable to re-attach the valve.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.Correction: d, g.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 while using product nursing staff were placing a foley catheter and the valve for filling the balloon with sterile water came off the line, causing the contents to leak.They were unable to re-attach the valve.Per additional information received via mail on 13aug2025, stated that during foley placement for intravesical treatment the valve for filling the balloon with sterile water came off the line, causing the contents to leak.Writer tried to re-attach valve without success, subsequently filled balloon with 10 cc normal saline and clamped with locking hemostat.Catheter placement maintained for treatment without discomfort to patient and provided lot#ngjz0494.
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.The reported event is addressed within the labeling as it states instructions for use: follow your facility protocol for all processes related to catheterization, re-catheterization, stabilization and urine collection.Follow aseptic procedures outlined by your local hospital or healthcare facility.Thoroughly wash hands, wear sterile gloves, and use aseptic technique whenever handling the catheter or catheter components during insertion.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.A review of the device history record did not show any problems or conditions that would have contributed to the reported issue.No additional actions can be taken at this time.Corrections: d, e udi format updated with available product information per gudid.H11: sections 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 while using product nursing staff were placing a foley catheter and the valve for filling the balloon with sterile water came off the line, causing the contents to leak.They were unable to re-attach the valve.Per additional information received via mail on 13aug2025, stated that during foley placement for intravesical treatment the valve for filling the balloon with sterile water came off the line, causing the contents to leak.Writer tried to re-attach valve without success, subsequently filled balloon with 10 cc normal saline and clamped with locking hemostat.Catheter placement maintained for treatment without discomfort to patient and provided lot#ngjz0494.

• Brand Name: BARDEX® LUBRICATH® FOLEY CATHETER COUDE TIP
• 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: 22679620
• Report Number: 1018233-2025-06377
• Device Sequence Number: 15844415
• Product Code: EZC
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741017827
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741017827(11)250130(17)270630(10)NGJZ0494
• Combination Product (Y/N): Y
• Initial Reporter State: WI
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• 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): 11/11/2025

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: 0168L16
• Device Lot Number: NGJZ0494
• 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: 07/28/2025
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 08/25/2025; 11/11/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 07/31/2025
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 09/03/2025; 11/19/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Date Device Manufactured: 01/30/2025
• 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