MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 LEG BAG WITH FLIP-FLO¿ VALVE

Catalog Number	151932
Medical Device Problem Code	Patient-Device Incompatibility (2682)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	Unspecified Infection (1930)
Type of Reportable Event	Serious Injury
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The investigation is still in progress.Once the investigation is complete, a supplemental report will be filed.The device was not returned.
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the patient have developed infections from the leg bag.
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 were found adequate and state the following: ¿1.Separate notches within circles.Pull straps through holes and around leg.2.Position bag on leg with flutter valve at top.3.Attach catheter or extension tubing to top inlet.When wearing bag below knee, attach bard® extension tubing (catalog no.150615 or 4a4194).When using extension tubing, make sure to connect tube at least to the 3rd taper of the connector.4.To empty dispoz-a-bag®, push green lever on flip-flo¿ valve out and down.Important: be sure to reclose flip-flo¿ valve after emptying bag.5.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.".
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that the patient have developed infections from the leg bag.

• Brand Name: LEG BAG WITH FLIP-FLO¿ VALVE
• Common Device Name: LEG BAG
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• MDR Report Key: 8522439
• Report Number: 1018233-2019-01983
• Device Sequence Number: 2689494
• Product Code: FAQ
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741050923
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741050923
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: FL
• 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,distributor,other
• Initial Reporter Occupation: Non-Healthcare Professional
• Type of Report: Initial,Followup
• Report Date (Section B): 05/22/2019

1 Device was Involved in the Event

1 Patient was Involved in the Event

• Is this an Adverse Event Report?: Yes
• Is this a Product Problem Report?: No
• Operator of Device: Lay User/Patient
• Device Catalogue Number: 151932
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 03/27/2019
• Supplement Date Received by Manufacturer: 04/29/2019
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 04/17/2019
• Supplement Report FDA Received Date: 05/22/2019
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1
• Outcome Attributed to Adverse Event: Other