| Model Number |
0094160 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Device Damaged Prior to Use (2284)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
No Patient Involvement (2645); No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete a supplemental report will be filed.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the catheters were sharp and bumpy.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event was unconfirmed.Red rubber intermittent catheters were returned for evaluation.No sharp edges or bumps were noted.A white powder substance was noted on two of the catheters and an apparent flash was found on one of the catheters.The flash was determined via moncks quality engineering to be acceptable.All of the catheters were within the acceptable french range.The lot number is unknown; therefore, the device history record could not be reviewed.The instructions for use were found adequate and state the following: "caution: this product contains natural rubber latex which may cause allergic reactions.With funnel end 16¿ (40.6cm) length, two eyes, x-ray opaque rubber warning: do not use ointments or lubricants having a petrolatum base.They will damage latex.This is a single use device.Do not resterilize any portion of this device.Reuse and/or repackaging may create a risk of patient or user infection, compromise the structural integrity and/or essential material and design characteristics of the device, which may lead to device failure, and/or lead to injury, illness or death of the patient.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.Storage: store catheters at room temperature away from direct exposure to light, preferably in the original box.For urological use only.U.S.Product.Packaged in mexico caution: federal (usa) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.".
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the catheters were sharp and bumpy.
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Search Alerts/Recalls
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