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The reported event was confirmed.The sample was received open and without original packaging.Visual evaluation noted no defects.The device was inflated with 10ml water using a leur lock syringe.A slow leak was observed from the drainage lumen.The device was allowed to sit at rest for approximately 1 minute and the inflation volume leaked from the drainage lumen at that time.The device was inspected under high intensity light and the source of the leak could not be found.Cross sections were taken to observe the internal lumen wall.No weak spots or holes could be identified.Evidence of a ply issue was not detected, possibly because of the difficulty to visualize a ply issue via dissection of the product.The device history record was reviewed and found nothing that could have caused or contributed to the reported event.The instructions for use were found adequate and state the following:
¿peel to open
bardex®
foley catheter
caution: this product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions.Sterile unless package is opened or damaged.Warning: on catheter, do not use ointments or
lubricants having petrolatum base.They will damage
latex and may cause the balloon to burst.Caution: do not aspirate urine through drainage funnel wall.Storage: store catheters at room temperature away from
direct exposure to light, preferably in the original box.Single patient use only.Do not reuse.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Valve type: use luer slip tip syringe.Do not use needle.Recommended inflation capacities
3cc balloon: use 5ml sterile water
5cc balloon: use 10ml sterile water
15cc balloon: use 20ml sterile water
20cc balloon: use 25ml sterile water
30cc balloon: use 35ml sterile water
40cc balloon: use 45ml sterile water
75cc balloon: use 80ml sterile water
do not exceed recommended capacities.Warning: after use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with applicable local,
state, and federal laws and regulations.Bard and bardex are registered trademarks of
c.R.Bard, inc.Or an affiliate.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.Allow the pressure within
the balloon to force the plunger back and fill the syringe with
water.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.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface
deterioration prior to use.Pd-50201 10/00
c.R.Bard, inc.Covington, ga 30014
www.Bardmedical.Com
1-800-526-4455"
h11:section a through f - the information provided by bd 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 bd.
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