MAUDE Adverse Event Report: BARD ACCESS SYSTEMS EQ, SPLIT-TIP, STRAIGHT, 27CM; DIALYSIS CATHETER

Model Number	5903270
Medical Device Problem Code	Defective Component (2292)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
Date of Event	02/13/2019
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
As the lot number for the device was provided, a manufacturing review will be performed.The sample was not returned to the manufacturer for inspection/evaluation.Therefore, the investigation of the reported event is inconclusive.Based upon the available information, the definitive root cause for this event is unknown.The instructions for use (ifu) is adequate for the reported device/patient code(s) and provides general instructions for use, as well as warnings, precautions and potential complications associated with the device.Upon receipt of new or additional information, a follow-up report will be submitted as applicable.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during dialysis catheter insertion, the tunneler component allegedly broke off in the catheter.It was further reported that another kit was used.There was no reported patient injury.
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
Manufacturing review: the device history records have been reviewed and this lot met all release criteria.There was nothing found to indicate there was a manufacturing related cause for this event.This is the only complaint reported to date for this lot number and failure mode.Labeling review: a review of the product instructions for use (ifu) procedural instructions, indications, warnings, precautions, cautions, possible complications and contraindications showed that the product labeling is adequate.Investigation summary: although the sample was not returned for evaluation, one electronic photo was provided for review.Based on the photo review, the device appears to be used with residue noted throughout.The tunnerler sheath was noted to be in place with no visible issues.A bend at the distal portion of the tunneler can be noted.The proximal catheter attachment stub is noted to be substantially shorter and is noted to be broken.The broken piece is not visible in the photo.Therefore, the investigation is confirmed for a damaged tunneler with a broken catheter attachment stub.Per the evaluation results, the tunneler was noted to bent.While, a definitive root cause could not be determined based upon available information, it is possible that procedural issues contributed to the reported event.It is unknown whether patient issues contributed to the event.Possible contributing factors include excessive forces during tunneling and improper procedure.However, supplier corrective action is currently opened to address this issue and identify appropriate actions.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that during dialysis catheter insertion, the tunneler component allegedly broke off in the catheter.It was further reported that another kit was used.There was no reported patient injury.

• Brand Name: EQ, SPLIT-TIP, STRAIGHT, 27CM
• Common Device Name: DIALYSIS CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): BARD ACCESS SYSTEMS; 605 n. 5600 w.; salt lake city UT 84116
• MDR Report Key: 8414985
• Report Number: 3006260740-2019-00535
• Device Sequence Number: 13947011
• Product Code: MSD
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741013713
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741013713
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: OH
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K090101
• Number of Events Summarized: 1
• Summary Report (Y/N): N
• Reporter Type: Manufacturer
• Report Source: company representative,health
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Physician
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 05/02/2019

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: 03/31/2020
• Device Model Number: 5903270
• Device Catalogue Number: 5903270
• Device Lot Number: RECW0913
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 02/14/2019
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 04/27/2019
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 03/12/2019
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 05/02/2019
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1