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Medtronic recently recalled a group of defibrillator leads after at least five patient deaths were linked with the medical device. Leads that may be dangerous to a patient’s health include the Sprint Fidelis 6930, Sprint Fidelis 6931, Sprint Fidelis 6948, and Sprint Fidelis 6949. If you or a loved one has been affected by the Medtronic defibrillator leads recall, you need an experienced attorney to help you obtain the compensation to which you are entitled. The attorneys at Phillips Webster are intimately familiar with the recent Medtronic recall and can help those who have been injured by the defective Medtronic defibrillator leads. Patients with a faulty lead may experience unnecessary shocks or, conversely, they may not experience shocks at the appropriate times, which could lead to serious injury and even wrongful death.
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To determine whether you’re eligible to obtain compensation from Medtronic, Inc., contact a defibrillator leads recall attorney at one of our three convenient Washington locations today.
Medtronic Recalls Faulty Defibrillator Leads
On October 15, 2007, Medtronic, a company that provides medical devices, recalled its Sprint Fidelis defibrillator leads from the market, claiming that the leads can fracture and therefore cause serious injuries and death. Medtronic reported that the Sprint Fidelis leads have already been linked to at least five deaths. The Sprint Fidelis leads are used to attach a defibrillator or pacemaker to the heart. The leads can be used with defibrillators and pacemakers manufactured by Medtronic as well as other manufacturers such as Guidant and St. Jude.
If a Medtronic defibrillator lead fractures, it can cause unnecessary shocks to the heart or fail to provide shocks at all. If you or a loved one has an implanted Medtronic defibrillator or pacemaker, you are protected by inalienable legal rights in the event of an injury.
The FDA urges patients who have a Medtronic lead to seek immediate medical attention. The Medtronic Sprint Fidelis lead malfunction has been associated with:
- Inappropriate shocks which may result in death
- Lightheadedness
- Fainting
- Palpitations
- Other unusual symptoms
Patients are urged to consult with their doctors and decide whether the Medtronic lead should be removed or replaced. This is one of the most serious medical recalls to take place recently, and patients who may be affected should seek medical attention and the advice of a legal professional as soon as they can.
What Doctors Can Do If You Have a Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Lead
Patients with Medtronic defibrillator leads that may have been affected by the recall should discuss replacement alternatives with their doctors, including:
- The possible removal of the Medtronic Sprint Fidelis lead through surgery
- Continued use of the Medtronic lead while the device is monitored closely for signs of fracture
- The addition of a replacement lead (which does not require the removal of the Medtronic Sprint Fidelis lead; if the Spring Fidelis lead is left in the patient without being used, it must be “capped,” which means covering the tip with a small piece of plastic insulation)
Frequently Asked Questions
Patients seeking additional information regarding the Medtronic defibrillator leads recall are encouraged to visit our frequently asked questions page. Additionally, the Medtronic recall has been widely covered in the news, and patients may find a recent New York Times article helpful in their search for answers.
Contact Our Medtronic Recall Attorney Today
If you or a loved one has experienced any of the symptoms described above, it is imperative that you seek aggressive, experienced legal counsel to handle your case. Contact Phillips Webster today, where an experienced Medtronic defibrillator leads recall attorney will evaluate your case and determine whether legal action should be pursued. If legal action is taken, our Medtronic recall attorney will fight to help you obtain the compensation you deserve.