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The device was not returned for evaluation.A potential failure mode could be ¿valve stem too long or too short and valve body or stem deformed¿ with a potential root cause of "poor interface/fit between inflation syringe and/ or inflation funnel and incorrect alignment of valve assembly".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: ¿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.Warning: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having a petrolatum base.They will damage silicone and may cause balloon to burst.Directions for use: visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.If package is opened or if any imperfection or surface deterioration is observed, do not use.1.Open csr wrap to form sterile field and place underpad beneath patient, plastic side down.2.Put on cuffed gloves and position drape on patient.3.Pour cleansing solution onto three prep balls.4.Open catheter lubricating syringe.5.Remove top tray and open plastic pouch surrounding catheter.6.Lubricate catheter.7.Prepare patient with saturated prep balls.Dry patient with remaining 2 prep balls.8.Proceed with catheterization in usual manner.To inflate catheter, simply insert tip of water-filled syringe gently into valve (do not overpenetrate) and depress plunger.Instill entire amount of sterile water (10cc).9.Position hanger on bedside rail near the foot of the bed and use sheeting clip to secure drainage tube to draw sheet.10.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.11.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.Allow the balloon to deflate slowly on its own.Do not aspirate or manually accelerate the deflation of the balloon.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.".
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