| Model Number |
0166L20 |
| Medical Device Problem Code |
Material Puncture/Hole (1504)
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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 for evaluation.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the foley catheter that the patient received had a hole in the balloon and, therefore, was having leakage.
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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 root cause could be due to a " non-uniform thin sac and /or finish dip coverage".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: "warning: on catheter, do not use ointments or lubricants having petrolatum base.They will damage latex and may cause the balloon to burst.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.H3 other text : the device was not returned for evaluation.
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Event or Problem Description
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It was reported that the foley catheter that the patient received had a hole in the balloon and, therefore, was having leakage.
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