| Model Number |
0134L18 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Burst Container or Vessel (1074)
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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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| Date of Event |
11/30/2019
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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.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the catheter fell out of the patient due to a deflated balloon.It occurred on the day of placement.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the catheter fell out of the patient due to a deflated balloon.It occurred on the day of placement.Per additional information from the investigator via email 25mar2020; upon evaluation of the sample a burst balloon was observed, with no missing pieces.
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Additional Manufacturer Narrative
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The reported event was confirmed, however, the cause is unknown.A lubricath amber irrigation foley was returned without its original packaging.The catheter appeared be used and the balloon was found to be burst.A potential root cause could be due to a "high modulus latex".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: "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.Warning: after use, this product may be a potential biohazard.Handle and dispose of in accordance with applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.Should balloon rupture occur, care should be taken to assure that all balloon fragments have been removed from the patient.Visually inspect the product for any imperfections or surface deterioration prior to use." h11:section a through f - the information provided by bd represents all of the known information at this time.Despite good faith efforts to obtain additional information, the complainant / reporter was unable or unwilling to provide any further patient, product, or procedural details to bd.
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