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Medtronic Heart Lead Recall
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October 30, 2007
Law & Settlements, "Patients Concerned about Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Leads"
Patients who have been implanted with [Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Leads] are understandably concerned after learning that the leads have been linked to five fatalities. Some patients have undergone risky surgeries in order to have the leads removed after they malfunctioned. Meanwhile, [lawsuits] have been filed on behalf of patients who were injured by fractured leads.

The leads were implanted into hundreds of thousands of patients who are now at risk of serious injury if their Sprint Fidelis Lead malfunctions. All unused leads were recalled by Medtronic on October 15, although Medtronic is actually referring to the recall as a "voluntary market suspension." Leads that have been suspended contain the model numbers 6930, 6931, 6948 and 6949 either by themselves or at the beginning of a longer model number. Patients who have defibrillators manufactured by Guidant and St. Jude may also have the Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Lead implanted in them and should consult their physicians to discuss their options.

Read the full article at Lawyers & Settlements.com [off-site link].
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