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Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator Lead Update
Category: Defibrillator Recalls
Six months have passed since Medtronic recalled its Sprint Fidelis defibrillator Model 6949 leads in October 2007.
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At least five deaths have been linked to defective leads and over 660 reports of injuries or malfunctions, to date.
If you have a Sprint Fidelis lead with your implanted defibrillator (you can locate your model number on your wallet card), you should consult with your medical doctor immediately.
Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator Recall Overview
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The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been advising patients who are implanted with a Sprint Fidelis defibrillator lead to contact their doctor to determine if they have a recalled device.
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Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator Lawsuits
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If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of a defective Sprint Fidelis defibrillator lead, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical costs, pain and suffering.
Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator Leads May Cause Serious Injury
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Medtronic, the largest manufacturer of implanted medical devices, is urging all 268,000 of its patients worldwide, implanted with Sprint Fidelis leads, to consult with their medical doctor to find out if their wire has fractured.
On October 15, 2007 the FDA announced an official recall of Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator leads.
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Medtronic Safety Warnings
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Manufacturers of medical devices, such as Medtronic, are responsible for issuing the proper safety warnings about defects associated with its various products.
Medtronic Defibrillators not to be Confused with Pacemakers
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Many people tend to confuse defibrillators and pacemakers and it is important to understand that they are not the same medical device and they serve very different purposes.
Defibrillators are used to treat heart rhythms that are too fast, while pacemakers are used to treat heart rhythms that are too slow.
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ICD Lead Performance Conference: Failure of Defibrillator Leads in the Spotlight
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The FDA, device makers and doctors were at the ICD Lead Performance Conference, in Boston, to discuss implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) .
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What Should Patients do if they have a Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator Lead?
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Patients that have an implanted Sprint Fidelis defibrillator should contact their physician as soon as possible, especially if they are experiencing any symptoms such as: unexpected shocks, lightheadedness, fainting spells or heart palpitations.
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Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator Lead Recall - Questions & Answers
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Below we have some common questions and answers about Sprint Fidelis defibrillator leads to help address questions and concerns patients may have following the defibrillator recall, Medtronic announced, in October.
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Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator Lead Patients Face Tough Choice
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Many patients that are implanted with Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator Leads find themselves in a tough position. They are faced with two difficult options - if they have been fortunate thus far and the device is working properly - leave the leads in place and hope they won't fracture; or undergo a dangerous and difficult surgery to have the defective leads replaced.
Both options are bleak, leaving many Sprint Fidelis Lead Patients feeling confused, anxious and worried.
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Defibrillator Wires May Be More Harmful to Young People
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The defibrillator leads taken off the market last week by Medtronic, may pose a significantly higher risk of fracture in young adults and children. The devices were popular in part due to their small diameter.
While children make up a small share of the patients who receive the implanted devices, the devices tend to come under greater stress in active people such as kids, adolescents and young children.
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Sprint Fidelis Lead Defects Explained
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In an article on the LA Times website, Cardiologist Dr. William Maisel, a consultant to the FDA, explains what goes wrong with the Sprint Fidelis leads in defibrillators.
Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator Lead Lines Recalled
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Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator Leads, were originally approved for use in a defibrillator systems with a device that is implanted next to the shoulder using one or more wires to connect the device to the heart, to monitor those at risk of cardiac arrest events.
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