MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARDEX® LUBRI-SIL® ALL-SILICONE TEMP SENSING FOLEY CATHETER

Catalog Number	119216M
Medical Device Problem Code	Material Puncture/Hole (1504)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Clinical Signs, Symptoms or Conditions (4582)
Date of Event	01/30/2026
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that there was balloon failure on temperature sensing foley catheter.Per customer follow up information received via email on 02feb2026, it was reported that there had been a foley catheter that could not be removed.The balloon had not deflated, and it had to be removed by the urology team.After removal, it was noted that the balloon was not round.The icu had also tried two additional kits and found that the balloons had not deflated.The third foley tested in that area had a balloon that did deflate.In another icu, there had been an issue in which the foley had stopped recording temperatures.An additional foley in the same icu had been reported to be leaking around the catheter.It was also reported that in the step-down area, one foley had fallen out of the patient.
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.
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: 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.If you notice slow or no deflation, reseat the syringe gently.Allow the balloon to deflate slowly on its own.Do not aspirate or manually accelerate the deflation of the balloon.If permitted by hospital protocol, the valve arm may be severed.If this fails, 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.The dhr review could not be performed without a lot number.No additional actions can be taken at this time.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 there was balloon failure on temperature sensing foley catheter.Per customer follow up information received via email on 02feb2026, it was reported that there had been a foley catheter that could not be removed.The balloon had not deflated, and it had to be removed by the urology team.After removal, it had been noted that the balloon was not round.The icu had also tried two additional kits and found that the balloons had not deflated.The third foley tested in that area had a balloon that did deflate.In another icu, there had been an issue in which the foley had stopped recording temperatures.An additional foley in the same icu had been reported to be leaking around the catheter.It was also reported that in the step down area, one foley had fallen out of the patient.

• Brand Name: BARDEX® LUBRI-SIL® ALL-SILICONE TEMP SENSING 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: 24324839
• Report Number: 1018233-2026-00818
• Device Sequence Number: 21251203
• Product Code: EZL
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741046308
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741046308
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: CT
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K070582
• 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): 04/16/2026

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: 119216M
• 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: 02/02/2026
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 04/16/2026
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 02/12/2026
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 04/17/2026
• Was Device Evaluated by Manufacturer? (Y/N): No
• 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