MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD® SILASTIC® FOLEY CATHETER

Catalog Number	33418
Medical Device Problem Code	Inflation Problem (1310)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	07/31/2025
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 foley catheter was unable to inflate the balloon.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the foley catheter was unable to inflate the balloon.Per additional information received via ibc on 20aug2025, stated that date of the event was 31jul2025.
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 labeling is found to be adequate, and it states: warning: do not use ointments or lubricants having a petrolatum base.They will damage the catheter.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.Use luer tip syringe to inflate with stated ml of sterile water.Or for pre-filled products, remove clip and squeeze reservoir to inflate with stated ml of sterile water.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.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.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® SILASTIC® FOLEY CATHETER
• 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: 22849778
• Report Number: 1018233-2025-06898
• Device Sequence Number: 18235905
• Product Code: EZL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741019999
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741019999(11)241029(17)261130(10)NGJX3041
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: MX
• PMA/510(K) Number: K951103
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Distributor
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 10/10/2025

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 Catalogue Number: 33418
• Device Lot Number: NGJX3041
• 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: 08/18/2025
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 10/10/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 08/20/2025
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 10/15/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Date Device Manufactured: 10/29/2024
• 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