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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.
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The complaint was confirmed as cause unknown.During the visual evaluation, it was noticed that the syringe was empty and missing its cap.The sample was received out of its original packaging.The device history record was reviewed and found nothing that could have caused or contributed to the reported event.The instructions for use states the following: ¿1.Remove tray lid.2.Place underpad beneath patient, plastic side down.3.Put on cuffed gloves.4.Position drape on patient.5.Open lubricant.Lubricate catheter.6.Open packet of swabs.7.Prep patient with swabs.8.Proceed with catheterization in usual manner.To inflate catheter, simply insert tip of water-filled syringe gently into valve (do not overpenetrate) and depress plunger.Instill entire amount of sterile water.9.To deflate catheter balloon: gently insert a 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, 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 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.Warning: after use, the product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with accepted medical practice and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.".
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