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Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Leads Can Fracture

On October 15, 2007 Medtronic, Inc. announced it was removing its popular Sprint Fidelis defibrillation leads from the market because of an increased risk of fracture. If a defibrillation lead fractures it can cause the defibrillator to shock unnecessarily or fail to provide shocks when needed. Mark & Associates, P.C. has evaluated hundreds of cases involving these defibrillator leads, and is currently representing over 150 clients who have the defective leads implanted.

How to Tell if You Have a Recalled Defibrillator Lead

Most defibrillator and pacemaker patients have an identification card that lists the model and serial numbers for their defibrillator, pacemaker and leads. If you look at your identification card and see the numbers 6930, 6931, 6948, 6949 it is likely that you have a recalled defibrillation lead. The recalled model numbers are below:

• Sprint Fidelis 6930
• Sprint Fidelis 6931
• Sprint Fidelis 6948
• Sprint Fidelis 6949

Patients with Sprint Fidelis Leads Should Explore Legal Options

Patients concerned about their defibrillator leads should contact their doctors as soon as possible. Many patients with defective devices have been contact by their doctors or received a letter from Medtronic. However, many patients with the recalled leads have not received notification from their doctors or Medtronic. If you are at all concerned you should contact your treating physician immediately.

If you do have recalled leads implanted, you should explore your legal options. Replacing these leads is both risky and expensive and our law firm will aggressively represent you to ensure that justice is done. You can request a free legal consulation by completing the submission form on this page or by calling Mark & Associates, P.C. at 1-866-9-MEDTRONIC.

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