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Editor: Marc Jay Bern
Profession: Defective Medical Device Lawyer

Category: About Sprint Fidelis Defibrillator Lead Lines

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.

The risk of removing the device in most patient's, outweighs the minimal risk of lead fractures. Most doctors advise against removing functioning leads.

Patients face two options to removing the lead:

Option 1: continue use of the lead while closely monitoring signs of fracture.

Option 2: surgically add a replacement while leaving the defective lead in place.

If you are unsure if you were implanted with a recalled Sprint Fidelis defibrillator lead, contact your physician for more information.

Medtronic has provided physicans with guidance on how to reduce the risks in affected patients to ensure the devices are set more effectively to monitor for any potential fractures in the lead.

Any problems with your Sprint Fidelis leads should be reported to the FDA's MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting Program immediately after seeking medical help.

For more information on Medtronic medical devices, please refer to help center on Medical Devices & Implants.