Defective Fidelis Lead


Sprint Fidelis Lead Fractures

The Medtronic Sprint Fidelis leads were pulled from the market in October 2007 Medtronic defibrillator leadbecause fractures had been detected in some wires. There are approximately 268,000 Medtronic leads implanted in patients worldwide. Medtronic’s Sprint Fidelis defibrillation leads were recalled following the reporting of major complications and the death of several heart patients.

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Patients have experienced complications as a result of defective leads such as unnecessary shocks or jolts or not operating at all. In their October 15, 2007 letter to patients, Medtronic states that patients with a Sprint Fidelis lead “…are more likely to experience complications from removal than from a problem with a Sprint Fidelis lead”. This puts patients who have experienced problems or side effects in the difficult position of deciding whether to have the Medtronic leads removed or risk potential problems. There is currently no test that will predict if a Medtronic lead will fracture. The FDA advises that defibrillator settings be adjusted so that potential fractures can more easily be detected in patients.

Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) and Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy-Defibrillators (CRT-Ds) are used to treat abnormal heart rhythms that can cause the heart to suddenly stop. Implanted defibrillators shock the heart back into normal rhythm by sending an energy pulse through an electronic lead (wire) that is connected to the patient’s heart.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a defective Medtronic defibrillator lead please contact us for a free consultation and case review. A Medtronic class action lead attorney can go over your legal rights and options and evaluate any potential claims you may have. You may be entitled to compensation and we can help.

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