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51818 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Use of Device Problem (1670)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
Unspecified Infection (1930); Urinary Tract Infection (2120)
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Type of Reportable Event
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Serious Injury
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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.The device was not returned.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the patient inserted the catheter into her vagina and then the urethra which allegedly resulted in 2 bladder infections.The patient reportedly received prescribed antibiotics for the infection.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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It was confirmed that the event was a use of device issue per the ifu and the event description.The product was used for treatment purposes.A potential failure mode could be ¿off-label use¿ with a potential root cause of "device used in manner for which not designed or approved for".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: "review the self-catheterization procedure with a healthcare professional.Always wash hands prior to use.Open the catheter package by peeling the tab upwards with the aid of the finger hole.If desired, hang the package with the adhesive surface on the inner side of the tab to a nearby dry vertical surface while preparing to catheterize.Positioned comfortably with thighs spread apart, clean the opening to the urethra ¿ and the surrounding area.Wipe from front to back to avoid fecal contamination.Wash your hands again.Remove the catheter with the aid of the insertion handle and advance the catheter tip into the urethra.Slowly and gently insert the catheter into the urethra until urine begins to flow (approximately 1-1.5" or 2.5-3.8 cm).When urine stops flowing, begin to withdraw the catheter.It is recommended to slowly rotate the catheter during withdrawal, stopping each time urine begins to flow.Check the color, odor and clarity of the urine.Any changes may need to be reported to a health care professional.Disposal place the catheter back into the package and dispose in accordance with accepted medical practice and applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.Do not flush down the toilet.Wash hands.".
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the patient inserted the catheter into her vagina and then the urethra which allegedly resulted in 2 bladder infections.The patient reportedly received prescribed antibiotics for the infection.
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