MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD® URINE METER WITH BAG

Model Number	153207
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Information (3190)
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.The information provided by bard represents all of 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 bard.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that some of the meters received did not have the expiry date printed on them.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The device was not returned for evaluation.The device history record was reviewed and found nothing that could have caused or contributed to the reported event.The instructions for use state the following: "directions for use: visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.If package is opened or damaged or if any imperfection or surface deterioration is observed, do not use.Remove tray lid.Remove protective cap from drainage tube catheter adapter and connect drainage tube to catheter.Position hanger on bed frame near the foot of the bed, using string or hook.Use sheeting clip to secure drainage tube to sheet.Important: hang drainage tube in a straight fashion from bedside to drainage bag.Ensure that the drainage bag is placed at the foot of the bed.The urine meter may be emptied in two ways: to empty into the bag, grasp the bottom of the meter and lift up.To ensure that the meter empties completely, lifting again is recommended.B.To empty urine meter into receptacle, twist green portion of drain valve to the left; to close, twist green portion of the drain valve to the right.To empty bag: remove outlet tube from housing; gently squeeze connector arms and pull tube from housing.Release clamp and empty bag.After emptying, reclamp outlet tube and slide connector into housing until connector arms engage.Note: if specimen is required, see directions for using urine sample port.Periodic observations of this system should be made to ensure that urine is flowing freely.If a standing column of urine is observed, check for correct positioning of bag and then for a physical obstruction.If correct positioning or removal of physical obstruction does not allow free flow, the bag may have to be changed.If bag is not positioned correctly, urine may bypass the meter and go directly to the bag.Reposition bag as necessary.After use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with accepted medical practice and applicable laws and regulations.Directions for using bard ez-lok sampling port: bard ez-lok sampling port accepts a luer-lock or slip tip syringe.Kink drainage tubing a minimum of 3 inches below the sampling port until urine is visible under the access site.Swab surface of site with antiseptic wipe.Using aseptic technique, position the syringe in the center of the sampling port.The syringe should be held perpendicular to the surface of the sampling port (at approximately 80-100 degree angle).Press the syringe firmly and twist gently to lock the syringe onto the sampling port.Note: improper penetration technique could cause formation of a drop of urine on the surface of the sampling port.Periodic observation of the sampling port is recommended.Aspirate desired volume of urine.Unkink tubing and send specimen to laboratory." (b)(4).
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that some of the meters received did not have the expiry date printed on them.

• Brand Name: BARD® URINE METER WITH BAG
• Common Device Name: URINE METER
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• MDR Report Key: 6669062
• Report Number: 1018233-2017-03293
• Device Sequence Number: 43873
• Product Code: KNX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741040726
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741040726(10)NGBN3524
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: GA
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: distributor,health profession
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Other
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 10/18/2017

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 Expiration Date: 01/31/2022
• Device Model Number: 153207
• Device Catalogue Number: 153207
• Device Lot Number: NGBN3524
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 06/06/2017
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 10/17/2017
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 06/26/2017
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 10/18/2017
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1