| Model Number |
73022L |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Inaccurate Flow Rate (1249)
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| Health Effect - Clinical Codes |
No Consequences Or Impact To Patient (2199); No Known Impact Or Consequence To Patient (2692)
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Type of Reportable Event
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Malfunction
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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 there was no flow from the 3-way silicone foley catheter, and the physician was unable to irrigate the catheter using a syringe.Reportedly, it was the second time the incident had occurred.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that there was no flow from the 3-way silicone foley catheter, and the physician was unable to irrigate the catheter using a syringe.Reportedly, it was the second time the incident had occurred.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event was inconclusive as no sample was returned for evaluation.A potential failure mode could be ¿no flow¿.A potential root cause for this failure could be "lumen collapses under the pressure of the balloon, pinched lumen, or kinked lumen".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: " visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use.¿ use luer tip syringe to inflate with stated ml of sterile water.Or ¿ for pre-filled products, remove clip and squeeze reservoir to inflate with stated ml of sterile water.Storage: store catheters at room temperature away from direct exposure to light, preferably in the original box.For urological use only.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.Use only gentle aspiration to encourage deflation if needed.Vigorous aspiration may collapse the inflation lumen, preventing balloon deflation.If necessary, contact 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.Valve type: use luer slip tip syringe.Do not use needle.Recommended inflation capacities 3cc balloon: use 5ml sterile water 5cc balloon: use 10ml sterile water 15cc balloon: use 20ml sterile water 20cc balloon: use 25ml sterile water 30cc balloon: use 35ml sterile water 40cc balloon: use 45ml sterile water 75cc balloon: use 80ml sterile water do not exceed recommended capacities.".
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