The Bard Intra-abdominal Pressure Monitoring Device is composed of a tubing set used for infusing fluid into the urinary bladder through the Foley catheter sampling port. It utilizes a clamping device to occlude the urinary drainage tubing to form a fluid column through which pressure is measured.

Class I - Dangerous

🏥 Medical Devices Recalled: January 13, 2020 C.R. Bard Diagnostic Equipment Nationwide

What Should You Do?

Check if you have this product:
Product Code IAP001 lot numbers NGDQ2943 and NGDS0622.
Do not eat it: Even if it looks and smells fine, do not consume this product.
Throw it away or return it: You can return the product to the store for a full refund.
Seek medical attention if needed: If you've consumed this product and feel unwell, contact your doctor immediately.
Report problems: Report any issues to the FDA's Safety Reporting Portal.

⚠️ Emergency: If you experience severe symptoms after consuming this product, call 911 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222.

Recall Details

Company:: C.R. Bard Inc
Reason for Recall:: Leaks or disconnect near the sampling port of the Intra Abdominal Pressure Monitoring Device which could lead to the potential of inaccurate readings. The measurement should be confirmed with other means, such as a new IAP system of the same kind or by choosing other diagnostic means such as but not limited to alternative systems, such as open IAP measurement options or exchanging the tubing system, which does not require invasive maneuvers.
Classification:: Class I - Dangerous
Dangerous or defective products that predictably could cause serious health problems or death.
Status:: terminated

Product Information

Full Description:

The Bard Intra-abdominal Pressure Monitoring Device is composed of a tubing set used for infusing fluid into the urinary bladder through the Foley catheter sampling port. It utilizes a clamping device to occlude the urinary drainage tubing to form a fluid column through which pressure is measured.