MAUDE Adverse Event Report: C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233 BARD® FOLEY CATHETER SILICONE COATED; SILICONE CATHETER

Model Number	265720
Medical Device Problem Code	Deflation Problem (1149)
Health Effect - Clinical Code	No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199)
Type of Reportable Event	Malfunction
Additional Manufacturer Narrative
The reported event is inconclusive since the device was not returned for evaluation.A potential root cause identified was "user related (example: contact with sharp object)/mechanical failure/operator error/thin rubberize layer)".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: "sterile unless package is opened or damaged.Do not use if package is opened or damaged.Warning: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having a petrolatum base.They will damage latex and may cause 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.Note: after use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with accepted medical practice and applicable laws and regulations.Single patient use only.Do not reuse.Do not resterilize.For urological use only.Valve type: use luer syringe.Do not use needle.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.Recommended inflation capacities 3cc balloon: use 5cc sterile water 5cc balloon: use 10cc sterile water 15cc balloon: use 20cc sterile water 20cc balloon: use 25cc sterile water 30cc balloon: use 35cc sterile water 40cc balloon: use 45cc sterile water 75cc balloon: use 80cc sterile water do not exceed recommended capacities.To deflate catheter balloon: gently insert a syringe in the catheter valve.Never use more force than is required to make the syringe ¿stick¿ in the valve.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 an 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.".
Event or Problem Description
It was reported that two foley catheters prematurely deflated, fell out and had to be discarded.No medical intervention was reported.

• Brand Name: BARD® FOLEY CATHETER SILICONE COATED
• Common Device Name: SILICONE CATHETER
• Manufacturer (Section D): C.R. BARD, INC. (COVINGTON) -1018233; 8195 industrial blvd; covington GA 30014
• MDR Report Key: 8932139
• Report Number: 1018233-2019-05100
• Device Sequence Number: 2206588
• Product Code: EZC
• UDI-Device Identifier: 00801741039614
• UDI-Public: (01)00801741039614
• Combination Product (Y/N): N
• Initial Reporter State: FL
• Initial Reporter Country: US
• PMA/510(K) Number: K910846
• 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
• Report Date (Section B): 08/26/2019

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: Lay User/Patient
• Device Model Number: 265720
• Device Catalogue Number: 265720
• Was Device Available for Evaluation?: No
• Type of Report(Section G): Thirty-Day
• Initial Date Received by Manufacturer: 08/09/2019
• Initial Report FDA Received Date: 08/26/2019
• Is This a Single-Use Device that was Reprocessed and Reused on a Patient? (Y/N): No
• Patient Sequence Number: 1