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Home ► Medtronic Lawsuit – Infused Bone Graft Settlement and Claims
Medtronic lawsuits have been filed for individuals who have suffered adverse effects from Infuse Bone Graft. More than 4,000 Infuse lawsuits have been settled and a reported $300 million has been set aside to payout pending lawsuits.
If you or a loved one experienced any injuries or damages from using a defective Medtronic product, you may be eligible to file a Medtronic lawsuit. Contact an experienced Medtronic lawyer to discuss your legal options immediately.
The Valiant Navion is the third and latest generation of thoracic and endovascular aortic repair (TEVAR) in a single system, with covered and bare stent options. The stent system is designed to treat a wide range of patient anatomies and all lesions of the descending thoracic aorta (DTA), including thoracic aortic aneurysms (TAA), Type B aortic dissection (TBAD), intramural hematoma (IMH), penetrating atherosclerotic ulcer (PAU), and blunt thoracic aortic injury (BTAI). Approximately 14,000 people worldwide are implanted with the stent system.
The system uses a delivery catheter containing the endovascular stent graft to insert a blood vessel (femoral artery) in the groin through a small cut. After being placed in the artery, the stent-graft expands and relieves the pressure on your aorta by providing a new pathway for blood flow. The Valiant Navion Thoracic Sent Graft System is used in surgeries involving a small cut in the groin instead of a bigger cut in the chest for minimal invasiveness. It intends to prevent the growth and rupture of lesions on patients’ aortas.
Medtronic is requesting customers with affected products on hand to take the following actions:
After filing a report, you should immediately get in touch with a Medtronic Thoracic Stent Graft System Lawyer to discuss your lawsuit viability.
The Medtronic MiniMed Insulin Pump 670G model was designed to automatically track and adjust a patient’s blood sugar levels by measuring blood glucose every few minutes and automating the dosing of insulin. The automated insulin delivery system first won FDA approval in September 2016 – touted at the time as an important step toward the goal of creating a so-called “artificial pancreas” insulin pump system.
The MiniMed Insulin Pump 630G model was approved by the FDA in 2017. The device has a compartment that holds a reservoir that is filled with insulin. Insulin travels through the pump’s reservoir along a thin tube and is infused into the body through an infusion set that is inserted into the skin.
A retainer ring meant to lock an insulin cartridge into place could be broken or missing on the recalled devices. The defect could prevent people from properly locking the cartridge into place, causing people to receive the wrong amount of insulin. There have been more than 26,000 error reports on the product which included more than 2,000 injuries and at least one death received by the FDA.
TorHoerman Law Firm offers expert legal counsel for defective product lawsuits, including individuals who may qualify for the Medtronic MiniMed Insulin Pump lawsuit.
Medtronic has recalled its 600 series of MiniMed insulin pumps due to a missing or broken retainer ring, which helps to lock the insulin cartridge in place in the pump’s reservoir compartment, according to the FDA. The recall affects all 630G (MMT-1715) models as well as all 670G (MMT-1780) models. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration classified the action as a Class I recall, the most serious kind of recall for medical devices, meaning that the use of the device could result in serious injuries or death. MiniMed Pumps have a long history of defects and recalls over the last decade. Prior Medtronic MiniMed insulin pump recalls date back as far as 2009.
Based on research findings and adverse events reports, there are several injuries and complications associated with the MiniMed Insulin Pump that are not listed on the warning label.
Hypoglycemia is a condition in which your blood sugar level is lower than normal. Treatment involves quickly getting your blood sugar back to normal with high-sugar foods or drinks or with medications. Long-term care requires identifying and treating the cause of the condition. Symptoms may include:
A diabetic seizure can occur from too much insulin being injected, or because the user did not eat right after taking insulin, among other things. Diabetic seizures require immediate medical treatment. Early symptoms include:
After these initial symptoms, more severe symptoms such as uncontrollable body movements and muscle contractions may occur. In some cases, the diabetic will be unaware of the movements and may even become unconscious.
A diabetic coma occurs when a person with diabetes loses consciousness. This type of Medtronic MiniMed insulin pump injury is considered a medical emergency and can lead to brain damage or death if you do not receive treatment. Oftentimes, treatment requires intravenous fluids to improve fluid levels throughout the body. Severe symptoms of diabetic coma include:
The Medtronic MiniMed insulin pump recall has been linked to more than two thousand injuries and at least one known fatality. Those who have suffered any loss or damages from a fatal Medtronic MiniMed Insulin pump injury may be eligible to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Additionally, if you or a loved one have suffered any of the previously listed injuries due to the defective product, you should consider filing a Medtronic MiniMed insulin pump lawsuit.
The clinical study done on the Medtronic Valiant Navion Thoracic Stent Graft System displayed three patients who incurred fractures in their stents. More so, the recall noted two blood leaks and one patient death. The death was determined to be related to an aneurysm.
An in-depth look into the clinical study showed that seven out of 87 patients had enlarged stent rings beyond the design specification, though this complication has yet to be proven to cause injury. Since the recall was issued on February 17, Medtronic has received two additional complaints of patients from patients who were not included in the clinical trial. Both complaints were related to blood leaks.
Finding the right personal injury lawyer to represent you is an extremely important decision that should be made with caution. Your legal representative will be able to simplify the legal process and work with you to strengthen your claim. You should rest assured that your Medtronic lawyer has a decorated history of success and has your best interest in mind. An experienced attorney will help you assess your damages and may be able to help you receive a higher amount of financial compensation than you previously thought possible, depending on the circumstances of your lawsuit.
It is important to discuss your case with an attorney to determine your state’s statute of limitations on your potential lawsuit. Reach out to a professional Medtronic thoracic stent system lawyer at TorHoerman law today to find out what steps you should take toward legal action.
The Civil Lawsuit Process is very time-consuming and requires keen attention to detail as well as extensive knowledge of legal jargon. It can be overwhelming for those who are already having to deal with coping with complications and trauma from their injuries.
With the help of your lawyer, you should begin gathering evidence that will support your claim in court. The amount of compensation that you may be awarded can fluctuate depending on your ability to provide evidence and prove the liability of another party for the injuries that you have suffered. Furthermore, you will need to be able to demonstrate that you attempted to treat your injuries to the best of your ability. Mitigation is a critical element to any personal injury claim. If you wait too long and the statute of limitations of your case expires, you may not be eligible to file a lawsuit or receive any compensation.
At TorHoerman Law, our team of expert personal injury attorneys specializes in Medtronic lawsuits. Let us fight for you. We have won more than $4 billion in verdicts and negotiated settlements for our clients. TorHoerman Law operates on a contingency fee basis. This means that you do not owe any amount of payment until you have been justly compensated for your losses. The road to recovery from personal injuries is tough, but you do not have to go through it alone. Contact us today to find out your legal options and how we can help you.
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Medtronic. (n.d.). Aortic Stent grafts - Valiant NAVION thoracic Stent GRAFT SYSTEM. Retrieved March 17, 2021, from https://www.medtronic.com/us-en/healthcare-professionals/products/cardiovascular/aortic-stent-grafts/valiant-navion-thoracic-stent-graft-system.html
Center for Devices and Radiological Health. (n.d.). Valiant Navion thoracic Stent GRAFT system - P100040/S036. Retrieved March 17, 2021, from https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/recently-approved-devices/valiant-navion-thoracic-stent-graft-system-p100040s036
Last Modified: June 16th, 2021 @ 06:36 pm
