MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 4L INFECTION CONTROL URINE DRAINAGE BAG; DRAIN BAG

Catalog Number	253509A
Medical Device Problem Code	Restricted Flow rate (1248)
Health Effect - Clinical Codes	Pain (1994); No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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.The device was not returned.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the urine would not drain into the drainage bag.Allegedly the patient experienced a hurting bladder.No medical intervention was reported.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The device was not returned for evaluation.The lot number is unknown; therefore, the device history record could not be reviewed.The instructions for use states the following: "bard® infection control large-capacity urinary drainage bag ¿ bacteriostatic collection system ¿ bard® ez-lok® sampling port sterile unless package has been opened or damaged.Single use only.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Caution: federal (u.S.A.) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.Warning: after use, this 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.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.1.Remove protective cap from drainage tube catheter adapter and connect drainage tube to catheter.2.Position hanger on bedside rail near the foot of the bed.3.Use sheeting clip to secure drainage tube to sheet.Important: position drainage tube in a straight fashion from catheter to drainage bag.4.To empty bag: a.Remove outlet tube from housing: gently squeeze connector arms and pull tube from housing.B.Release clamp and empty bag.C.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.5.Periodic observations of this system should be made to ensure the 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.Directions for using bard® ez-lok® sampling port: bard® ez-lok® sampling port accepts a luer-lock or slip tip syringe.1.Kink drainage tubing a minimum of 3 inches below the sampling port until urine is visible under the access site.2.Swab surface of site with antiseptic wipe.3.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.4.Aspirate desired volume of urine.5.Unkink tubing and send specimen to laboratory.".
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the urine would not drain into the drainage bag.Allegedly the patient experienced a hurting bladder.No medical intervention was reported.

• Brand Name: 4L INFECTION CONTROL URINE DRAINAGE BAG
• Common Device Name: DRAIN BAG
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• MDR Report Key: 7763818
• Report Number: 1018233-2018-03482
• Device Sequence Number: 1229006
• Product Code: KNX
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741029578
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741029578
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: MA
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: EXEMPT
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: consumer,other
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 09/19/2018

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: Lay User/Patient
• Device Catalogue Number: 253509A
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 07/20/2018
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 08/27/2018
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 08/08/2018
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 09/19/2018
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1