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Medtronic Lead Recall: Update letter sent with information about lead performance
Medtronic, Inc. recently issued an open letter to patients who have one of their recalled Sprint Fidelis defibrillator leads. The letter, which is dated May 9, 2008, notifies patients that the risk of lead problems remains small and the recommendations they are making to doctors are unchanged. More detailed information about lead performance was sent to physicians the same day, to update their October 2007 communication, now that six months have passed since the recall.
>>INFORMATION: Medtronic Defibrillator Lead Recall
Many with recalled Medtronic defibrillator wires have not taken steps to protect their legal rights
It has been nearly four months since a recall was issued for Medtronic defibrillator wires known as Sprint Fidelis leads. Over 235,000 of these small electrical wires have been implanted in heart patients to connect their defibrillator to the heart. Potential Medtronic lawsuits are being pursued by the lawyers at Saiontz, Kirk & Miles, P.A. for all individuals who have had one of these wires implanted. However, many individuals who may be entitled to financial compensation still have not taken steps to protect their legal rights.
>>INFORMATION: Medtronic Defibrillator Wire Lawsuits
Medtronic recall issued due to defibrillator lead problems raises questions for many
Over 235,000 people have been exposed to the risk of serious and potentially fatal injury as a result of a defective defibrillator lead which was sold by Medtronic, Inc. The Sprint Fidelis lead was recalled on October 15, 2007 after data confirmed that it was prone to fractures which could cause the device to fail or result in unnecessary electrical shocks. Many individuals who have one of the recalled leads now question why the Sprint Fidelis was used instead of an older, thicker wire. In addition, many are questioning whether they ever should have received a defibrillator to treat their heart condition.
>>INFORMATION: 2007 Medtronic recall
Medtronic settlement for recalled defibrillator lawsuits
A statement released late yesterday confirms that 2,682 Medtronic defibrillator lawsuits will settle for $114.1 million. The Medtronic settlement involves cases filed by individuals as a result of a 2005 defibrillator recall. The medical device maker continues to face thousands of other potential lawsuits as a result of a new Medtronic recall issued in October 2007 for defibrillator leads which were used to connect the medical devices to the hearts of over 235,000 people.
Medtronic lead recall information video
The December 2007 FDA Patient Safety News show contains a segment highlighting the Medtronic lead recall, which has impacted 235,000 people with one of the defective wires connecting their defibrillator to the heart. The lawyers at Saiontz, Kirk & Miles, are reviewing Medtronic lead recall lawsuits nationwide for any individuals who have one of the recalled leads, which will be indicated on patient information card with any of the following model numbers: 6930, 6931, 6948 or 6949.
>>MORE INFORMATION: Medtronic lead recall
Medtronic investigations initiated by federal government
Medtronic, Inc. has acknowledged that they are the subject of multiple federal investigations regarding their marketing practices and the recent Sprint Fidelis defibrillator lead recall. The Senate Finance Committee and the Justice Department have both asked the company for information as part of investigations of wrongdoing. They also face thousands of potential lawsuits from individuals who received one of the defective wires, which are used to connect implantable defibrillators to the heart.
Thousands may face tough decisions if their Medtronic Defibrillator wire fails
Approximately 235,000 individuals have one of the recently recalled Medtronic defibrillator wires implanted in their chest. According to initial estimates, about 4,000 to 5,000 people could have their lead fracture or break. However, experts are not recommending that doctors replace Medtronic defibrillator leads which have been recalled, as the risks associated with attempting to remove the lead from the vein that carries it to the heart could outweigh the risk of a lead failure.
>>INFORMATION: Medtronic Defibrillator Wire Recall
Medtronic wire recall causes drop in company revenue as lawsuits mount
Medtronic, Inc. announced a significant drop in sales for their defibrillator business during the third quarter following the recent Sprint Fidelis recall. The company estimates that they have already lost about $130 million in sales as a result of the Medtronic wire recall, and they also face thousands of potential lawsuits from individuals who had one of the defective leads used to connect a defibrillator to their heart.
>>INFORMATION: Medtronic wire recall
St. Jude defibrillator leads could puncture a hole in heart
Last month, Medtronic issued a recall for their Sprint Fidelis defibrillator lead after it was discovered that the lead was prone to fractures. Yesterday reports were released which indicate that other defibrillator leads made by St. Jude Medical, Inc., could contain a design flaw which makes it more likely to puncture a hole in the heart.
Medtronic lead recall applies to defibrillators since 2004, not pacemakers
Following the recent Medtronic lead recall, many individuals with implantable devices have questioned whether they have the potentially dangerous wires. The recall applies to all models of Medtronic Sprint Fidelis leads, which could have been used with any defibrillator implanted since 2004. However, the leads are not used with any types of pacemakers.
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