MAUDE Adverse Event Report: ANGIODYNAMICS, INC. BIOFLO; BIOFLO PICC WITH ENDEXO AND PASV VALVE TECHNOLOGY - 5F X 55CM DUAL LUMEN CATHETE

Model Number	45831
Medical Device Problem Code	Crack (1135)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	10/22/2025
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
A distributor reported an end user experienced an issue when using a bio-stable 5f dl-55cm catheter kit valved.The nurse reported that the patient's line was leaking on the white lumen.It was a whitish leakage at the connection port where the patient's parenteral infusion is administered.On closer inspection, it was noted there was a fracture on the seam section of the hub.The staff was instructed to not use the picc and the picc was ultimately removed.The patient did not experience any adverse effects or harm because of this incident.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported device has yet to be returned to the manufacturer for a device evaluation.An investigation into the root cause for product problem is currently in progress.The results of the investigation will be sent via a follow up medwatch.(b)(4).
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Additional information: b5.Correction: d6a reference (b)(4).
Event or Problem Description
Additional information: it was reported the picc was in the patient for 42 days.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Correction, removed d4, primary unique identifier (udi) number.The customer's complaint description is confirmed for picc hub cracked (purple/white valve).The white/purple valve was flushed with fluid and fluid was observed to be leaking from the white luer.The crack was confirmed under a microscopic exam.No component manufacturing/molding non-conformances was observed during visual inspection of the returned sample.The most likely root cause for the cracked female valve housing is due to an over tightened connection with a mating male luer (likely a needleless connector).A contributing factor to the over-tightened connection may be the mechanics/hand placement during infusion access.It is preferable to grasp the needleless connector (nc) when connecting a syringe/tubing to it rather than grasping the luer hub while making a connection with the nc.Grasping the luer hub while connecting a syringe/tubing set to the nc can transmit additional torque to the female luer hub.Inadequate flushing of the device lumen may also be a contributing factor.A dhr review of the packaging/assembly/valve lots were reviewed for any deviations related to the reported hub crack failure mode.The review confirms that the lots met all material, assembly and performance specifications with no internal non-conformance reports (ncr) written.Labeling review: the dfu that is supplied with the bioflo picc device contains the following statements: it is recommended that only luer lock accessories be used with the · bioflo¿ picc with endexo¿ and pasv¿ valve technology.Repeated over-tightening may reduce hub connector life.Do not use hemostats to secure or remove devices with luer lock hub connections.Flushing - recommended procedure 1.Flush the catheter after every use, or at least every seven days when not in use, to maintain patency.Use a 10 ml syringe or larger.2.Flush the catheter with a minimum of 10 ml of sterile normal saline, using a "pulse" or "stop/start" technique.Warning: if using bacteriostatic saline, do not exceed 30 ml in a 24-hour period.3.Disconnect the syringe and attach a sterile end cap to each luer lock hub.Note: this is the recommended flush procedure for this catheter.If using a different procedure than listed above, the use of heparin may be necessary.Follow institutional protocol for catheter flushing.Precaution: incompatible drug delivery within the same lumen may cause precipitation.Ensure that the catheter lumen is flushed following each infusion.Precaution: if resistance is met when flushing, it is recommended that no further attempts be made.Further flushing may result in catheter rupture.Refer to institutional protocol for clearing occluded catheters.Precaution: place a cap on the hub after use to reduce the risk of contamination.Angiodynamics has created an instructional video regarding the care and maintenance of the bioflo picc; reference youtube video, "angiodynamics bioflo picc care and maintenance instructional video" uploaded on november 18, 2020.This video is intended as a visual representation of information provided in the dfu for clinicians who are responsible for the care and maintenance of piccs but are not responsible for picc placement.A review of the angiodynamics complaint system noted no adverse trends for this complaint type and product family.This type of complaint will continue to be monitored for trends.Reference (b)(4).

• Brand Name: BIOFLO
• Common Device Name: BIOFLO PICC WITH ENDEXO AND PASV VALVE TECHNOLOGY - 5F X 55CM DUAL LUMEN CATHETE
• Manufacturer (Section D): ANGIODYNAMICS, INC.; 10 glens falls technical park; glens falls NY 12801
• Manufacturer (Section G): ANGIODYNAMICS, INC.; 10 glens falls technical park; glens falls NY 12801
• Manufacturer Contact: ashleigh garcia ; 50 main street; suite 1000; white plains,, NY 10606 ; 8134543296
• MDR Report Key: 23509725
• Report Number: 1317056-2025-00314
• Device Sequence Number: 15869655
• Product Code: LJS
• UDI-Device Identifier: H965458310
• UDI-Public: H965458310
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter Country: UK
• PMA/510(K) Number: K150448
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Device Implanted Year: 2025
• Device Explanted Year: 2025
• Serviced by Third Party (Y/N): Unknown
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: Other,Foreign,Health Professional,User Facility,Distributor
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other Health Care Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 12/22/2025

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 Model Number: 45831
• Device Lot Number: 5845334
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: Device Returned to Manufacturer
• Is the Reporter a Health Professional?: Yes
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 10/27/2025
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 11/10/2025; 12/12/2025
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 11/10/2025
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 12/05/2025; 12/22/2025
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): Yes
• Date Device Manufactured: 05/05/2025
• 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
• Patient Age: 69 YR
• Patient Sex: Male