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

Catalog Number	33618
Medical Device Problem Code	Difficult to Remove (1528)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	09/29/2025
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The initial reporter's zip code: (b)(6).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: 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 unable to deflate the balloon once the foley catheter was needed to be replaced.No fluid was able to be pulled into the syringe to deflate the balloon.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The initial reporter's zip code: (b)(6).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: 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 prefilled products, remove clip and squeeze reservoir to inflate with stated ml of sterile water.Storage: store catheters at room temperature away from direct exposure to light, preferably in the original box.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 necessary, 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.Valve type: use luer slip tip syringe.Do not use needle.Recommended inflation capacities: 5cc balloon: use 10ml 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.Corrections: d, f, h.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 unable to deflate the balloon once the foley catheter was needed to be replaced.No fluid was able to be pulled into the syringe to deflate the balloon.Per follow up information received via email on 22dec2025 last report they had not had any patient harm with the catheter until (b)(6) 2025 that was the notification from the staff nurse had to send them to the emergency room for one of the defective catheters.18 fr.10 cc silastic lot ngkv2072.Tried everything possible and tried for 2 hours and balloon would not deflate.Emergency department provided report and foley catheter placed through urethra to provide patient with relief from bladder filling.They had asked the nurses to include the lot number of all the catheters they were used.

• 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: 23222987
• Report Number: 1018233-2025-08846
• Device Sequence Number: 18553907
• Product Code: EZL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741020070
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741020070(11)250323(17)290131(10)NGKP1081
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: OR
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K951103
• 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
• Report Date (Section B): 02/24/2026

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: 33618
• Device Lot Number: NGKP1081
• 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: 09/29/2025
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 02/24/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 10/06/2025
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 03/02/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• Date Device Manufactured: 03/23/2025
• 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: Life Threatening; Other
• Patient Sex: Unknown