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Defective Products & Product Liability : Defective Medical Devices

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Medical devices are instruments that are designed to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of various medical conditions. Technology today has brought great advances to the medical device field and when they function properly, medical devices improve the lives of people suffering from all varieties of illness and disease.
Before any medical device can be marketed generally, the manufacturers of such medical devices must obtain approval from the Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH). This is a Division of the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and it has the task of testing and approving medical devices for safety and effectiveness.

Although a medical device might receive approval from the CDRH, medical devices do not always continue to perform as intended. As a result, defective medical devices can and do pose a serious health risk to those using them.

When a medical device is found to have defects, the FDA may request that the device be voluntarily recalled by the manufacturer. In some instances, the recall may be required. In either situation, a recall is a significant event.
Defective medical devices may lead to unnecessary injury, suffering and even death. If you have been injured as a result of a defective medical device, you may be entitled to compensation for the injuries and damages you have suffered.

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Articles providing detailed information about a variety of defective medical devices and product recalls
Answers to frequently asked questions about medical device claims
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Kansas City Concerned about FDA Study on Recalled Medical Devices
Description: One third of the defective medical devices recalled between 2005 and 2009 were cardiovascular devices such as defibrillators. Shockingly, a 2006 report linked nearly 300 deaths over a ten year period to defibrillator failure.
Meridia Linked with Heart Failure and Disease; Check with Your Kansas City Doctor Before Using this Weight Loss Drug
Description: If you or someone you love has suffered a serious injury as the result of a prescription medication or a defective medical device, you may be entitled to compensation for your losses, including lost wages, medical bills and legal fees. Before you try and take on the insurance companies, contact the Kansas City Personal Injury Lawyers or Roswold Law Group.
New FDA Rules Attempt to Limit Radiation Overdose
Description: The FDA said it had received more than 1,200 complaints in the past ten years about the radiation machines that deliver therapy to cancer patients and that it will be taking steps to reduce overdoses, underdoses and other errors in radiation therapy. If you have been injured because of radiation error, you have rights. Contact the Kansas City medical malpractice and defective medical device attorneys at the Roswold Law Group. When you schedule a free consultation, our lawyers can tell you if you have a case and how we can help you get full compensation for all your injuries and losses.

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Defective Defibrillators In Kansas City: When AEDs Malfunction, Patients Can Die.
Description: This week, the FDA announced that it has concerns about the effectiveness and safety of many AED devices. The agency says it has received 28,000 reports of AED malfunctions in the last five years. In 700 of these cases, the malfunctioning led to the patient’s death. Learn more about AED malfunctions. If you have been injured by a defective AED or you lost a loved one because of a malfunctioning AED, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses and other losses. To learn more contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free case evaluation with a Kansas City defective medical device attorney.
2010 FDA Dangerous Medical Device Recalls: Part 3 - These Defective Medical Devices May Cause Serious Injury Or Death.
Description: A medical device is any piece of equipment instrument designed to diagnose or treat a medical condition. Every month, several medical devices are recalled by the American Food and Drug administration because of the potential to cause harm. This is a list of recent Class I recalls for April, May, June and July 2010 - it includes: CONSTELLATION Vision System, Symbiq One-Channel Infuser and Symbiq Two-Channel Infuser,LIFEPAK 20 and LIFEPAK 20e External Defibrillator/Monitors, efibtech LLC, DBP-2800 Battery Pack, Counterfeit Polypropylene Surgical Mesh Products, GE Healthcare Aisys and Avance Anesthesia Systems, Shiley Tracheostomy Tubes, Cardiac Science Corporation, Powerheart, CardioVive, Nihon Kohden, and GE Responder Automated External Defibrillators, and Arrow International Custom Intravenous (IV) Administration Products. If you or a loved one sustained injury from a recalled medical device, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages and other losses. To learn more contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free case evaluation with a Kansas City defective medical device attorney.
2010 FDA Dangerous Medical Device Recalls: Part 4 - If You Were Injured By A Recalled Medical Device, You Have Important Legal Rights. Learn More.
Description: A medical device is any piece of equipment instrument designed to diagnose or treat a medical condition. Every month, several medical devices are recalled by the American Food and Drug administration because of the potential to cause harm. This is a list of recent Class I recalls for August and September 2010. The list includes: Symbiq One and Two-Channel Infusers, AngioSculpt "EX" PTCA Scoring Balloon Catheter,INOMAX DS Drug Delivery System, St. Jude Medical 6 French Engage Introducer Devices, and Ciaglia Blue Rhino and Ciaglia Blue Dolphin Percutaneous Tracheostomy Introducer Sets. If you or a loved one sustained injury from a recalled medical device, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages and other losses. To learn more contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free case evaluation with a Kansas City defective medical device attorney.
2010 FDA Dangerous Medical Device Recalls: Part 5 - These Recalled Medical Devices May Cause Serious Injury And Wrongful Death.
Description: A medical device is any piece of equipment instrument designed to diagnose or treat a medical condition. Every month, several medical devices are recalled by the American Food and Drug administration because of the potential to cause harm. This is a list of recent Class I recalls for October and November 2010 - it includes: SIGMA Spectrum Infusion Pump Model 35700, VITEK 2 Gram Negative Susceptibility Cards, Hospira Symbiq One and Two Channel Infuser, Medtronic Octopus Nuvo Tissue Stabilizer, Excelsior Disposable Syringes, and BagEasy Manual Resuscitation Devices. If you or a loved one sustained injury from a recalled medical device, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages and other losses. To learn more contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free case evaluation with a Kansas City defective medical device attorney.
2010 FDA Dangerous Medical Device Recalls: Part 1 - If You Were Injured By Any Of These Devices, You May Have A Kansas City Personal Injury Claim
Description: A medical device is any piece of equipment instrument designed to diagnose or treat a medical condition. Every month, several medical devices are recalled by the American Food and Drug administration because of the potential to cause harm. This is a list of recent Class I recalls for January and February 2010 - it includes: Trailblazer Support Catheter, Aquarius Hemodialysis System, Hettich Centrifuges, Safesheath CSG Coronary Sinus Guide Hemostatic Introducer System with Infusion Sideport, StatSpin Express 4 Centrifuges and Huber Needles. If you or a loved one sustained injury from a recalled medical device, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages and other losses. To learn more contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free case evaluation with a Kansas City defective medical device attorney.
2010 FDA Dangerous Medical Device Recalls: Part 2 - If You Were Injured By A Recalled Medical Device, You May Be Eligible For Compensation. Learn More.
Description: A medical device is any piece of equipment instrument designed to diagnose or treat a medical condition. Every month, several medical devices are recalled by the American Food and Drug administration because of the potential to cause harm. This is a list of recent Class I recalls for March 2010 - it includes: Q-Syte Luer Access Split Septum, Micron Bobbin Vent Tube T, Torflex Transseptal Guiding Sheath, UniCel DxC Synchron Clinical System - Ion Selective Electrode (ISE) Flow Cell, Abiomed, Inc., AB5000 Circulatory Support System, Powerheart, Cardiovive, NK, and Responder Automated External Defibrillators, Transseptal Sheath Introducer Kits and Baxter HomeChoice and HomeChoice PRO. If you or a loved one sustained injury from a recalled medical device, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages and other losses. To learn more contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free case evaluation with a Kansas City defective medical device attorney.
Dangerous Drugs in Kansas City: Fentanyl Pain Relief Patches Linked to Accidental Overdose, Wrongful Death and Prescription Error
Description: Fentanyl is a pain relief drug that is 80 to 100 times more powerful than morphine, but it must be used with caution. Poor design, manufacturing defects, poor quality control, prescribing errors, and inadequate warnings have resulted in hundreds of cases accidental overdose and death which have made Fentanyl the subject of numerous dangerous prescription drug, wrongful death and medical malpractice lawsuits. Patients who have been injured after using the Fentanyl transdermal system and the families of those who died from Fetanyl overdose may have a Kansas City dangerous drug injury claim. Have you or a loved one been injured after using Fentanyl? The dangerous drug attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys can help. Contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616.
Dangerous and Deadly: Contaminated Medical Devices Can Cause serious Injury
Description: Companies that manufacture medical devices are responsible for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of their products before marketing them. When companies claim a product is sterile, they are responsible for ensuring that the product is sterile and safe for use as directed. Most companies do their job responsibly and routinely test their products for contamination. Unfortunately, some companies are negligent and this negligence leads to recalls of contaminated medical devices. If you or a loved one suffered infection or other injury from a contaminated medical device, you may be entitled to monetary compensation for your medical bills, lost wages and pain and suffering. To learn more contact the Kansas City defective medical device attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys. Call our Kansas City law office at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free case evaluation with a Missouri personal injury attorney.
Kansas City Contaminated Medical Devices: Stryker CMF Custom Cranial Implant Kit
Description: A Class I recall wahas been issued for Stryker CMF Custom Cranial Implant Kit after an inspection of the manufacturing facility found that Stryker’s manufacturing practices violated at least nine different federal safety regulations. Implantation of the recalled devices may result in serious health problems. Companies that manufacture medical devices are responsible for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of their products before marketing them. If you or a loved one suffered infection or other injury as a result of a defective Stryker cranial implant kit or other contaminated medical device, you may be entitled to compensation. To learn more contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free case evaluation with a Kansas City defective medical device attorney.
Kansas City Defective Medical Devices: Zimmer Durom Hip Cup Failure
Description: Sales of the Zimmer Durom Cup were suspended after many reports from of hip cup failure. However, before sales stopped, more than 12,500 people received a Zimmer Durom Hip Cup implantation. If you or someone you love has received a Zimmer Durom Hip Cup Replacement surgery, you may have a Kansas City defective medical device claim. The Kansas City Defective Medical Device attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys can help you file a personal injury claim to cover your medical costs, lost wages, disability and pain and suffering. To learn more contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free case evaluation with a personal injury attorney.
Kansas City Defective Medical Devices: Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Defibrillation Leads May Fracture and Cause Serious Injury or Death
Description: The Medtronic Company recalled its Sprint Fidelis defibrillator leads after it received several reports of fractures in the Sprint Fidelis leads. Medtronic has reported that at least 13 patient deaths and other major complications have occurred after the leads have fractured. However, as many as 3 times more deaths are alleged to be associated with a Medtronic Sprint Fidelis defibrillator leads. If you have been injured because of a Medtronic Sprint Fidelis defibrillator lead fracture, you may have a Kansas City defective medical device claim. The Kansas City Defective Medical Device attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys can help you file a personal injury claim to cover your medical costs, lost wages, disability and pain and suffering. To learn more contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free case evaluation.
Kansas City Contaminated Medical Devices: Saline Syringe Recall
Description: Excelsior Medical has issued a nationwide recall of Excelsior Disposable 5ml fill in 6 cc Prefilled Saline Flush Syringe W/Normal Saline (0.9 % Sodium Chloride)after routine internal testing discovered that some of the syringes could leak and lose sterility. Exposure to syringes that are not sterile may result in serious injury. Companies that manufacture medical devices are responsible for ensuring the safety and effectiveness of their products before marketing them. If you or a loved one suffered infection or other injury from an Excelsior Disposable 5ml fill in 6 cc Prefilled Saline Flush Syringe W/Normal Saline (0.9 % Sodium Chloride) or any other other contaminated medical device, you may be entitled to financial compensation. To learn more, contact the Kansas City defective medical device attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616.
FDA Says Knee Implant Should Not Have Been Approved. Are You at Risk of Injury?
Description: Learn why the FDA has admitted that it should not have approved a collagen-based knee implant called Menaflex. It plans to revoke the product's approval after meeting with its manufacturer. Those who have the Menaflex implant should speak to their physicians about safety concerns; however, the FDA does not believe that removal of the device is necessary. Despite the FDA’s approval process, many medical devices don’t perform as intended. Injuries from defective medical devices can be debilitating and life-threatening. They may permanently affect a patient’s quality of life.
Defective medical device claims can be made against the manufacturer of the device. If you were injured by a defective medical device, the Kansas City product liability attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys can help you determine if you have a Missouri personal injury claim. Contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free consultation with a Missouri personal injury attorney.
Hip Implants Recalled: Find Out If You Are Affected.
Description: In August 2010, Johnson & Johnson recalled hip implant issued a voluntary of the DePuy ASR Hip System, also known as the ASR XL Acetabular System, and the ASR Hip Resurfacing System. The recall came after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received more than 500 complaints about these implants. Learn why these implants were recalled. If you were injured by a DePuy hip implant, you have the right to file a personal injury claim for damages to cover your medical costs, lost wages, disability and pain and suffering. The Kansas City Defective Medical Device attorney can help you determine if you have a Missouri personal injury claim. To learn more contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free case evaluation.
Dangerous medical devices: insulin pump failure may have deadly consequences.
Description: An insulin pump is a battery-operated medical device that is worn by those with diabetes mellitus. Defective insulin pumps can cause a diabetic patient to receive either too much or too little insulin. Learn about injuries caused by defective insulin pumps. If you have experienced medical injuries because of a problem with your insulin pump, you may have a Missouri defective medical device claim. To learn more, contact the Kansas City personal injury attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 1-888-348-2616. We offer a free case evaluation – we can listen to your story and tell you if you have a case at no cost. If you have a valid claim, we can handle your case on a contingency basis. This means that you don’t pay unless we win.
Defective surgical staples may cause serious injury or death. What are your rights?
Description: Surgical staples are commonly used to close surgical incisions, repair wounds, and hold together internal organs. While, surgical staples can be very beneficial, there are also risks involved with their use. Over 9,000 injuries and 100 deaths associated with surgical staples have been reported. If you believe that you or a loved one has suffered injury from surgical staples after a medical procedure in Kansas or Missouri, contact the Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys. Our Kansas City defective medical device and medical malpractice attorneys are here to protect your rights and help you get all the compensation you deserve. Call our office at 1-888-348-2616.
List of Defective Medical Devices Used in Kansas and Missouri, Part 1 (A-C)
Description: When a medical device is defective, it can pose a serious health risk and may even lead to a patient’s death. This is especially true when the medical device performs a life-sustaining function such as delivering insulin or regulating heartbeat. If you or a loved one has suffered serious injury due to a defective medical device the Kansas City product liability and medical malpractice attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys can help you. Call 888-348-2616 to schedule a free consultation.
List of Defective Medical Devices Used in Kansas and Missouri, Part 2 (D-L)
Description: A medical device is any instrument or machine or piece of equipment that is used to diagnose or treat disease or injury. When these devices are defective, they can cause serious injury or even death. The personal injury attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys represent those who are injured by defective medical devices. If you or a loved one have suffered because of a defective medical device, call our office at 888-348-2616 to learn about your rights.
List of Defective Medical Devices Used in Kansas and Missouri, Part 3 (M-Z)
Description: The personal injury attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys represent those who are injured by defective medical devices. We have compiled a partial list of medical devices known to cause serious injury or death. If you or a loved one has suffered serious injury due to a defective medical device our product liability and medical malpractice attorneys can help you. Call our office at 888-348-2616 to schedule a free consultation.
Synthes Recalls Synex II Vertebral Body Component - FDA Classifies Voluntary Medical Device Recall as a Class I Recall
Description: The lawyers at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys have been representing victims of medical malpractice including the implantation of defective medical devices for more than 15 years. We are proud to offer FREE consultation with no obligation for the potential victims of medical malpractice and their families. If you believe that you or a loved one has been injured due to the implantation of a defective medical device, contact our experienced team of lawyers at (816) 471-5111 and we will evaluate your case for free. If we determine that your case has merit, we will fight aggressively and tirelessly to obtain the compensation that your family deserves for your injuries.
We understand that defective medical device injuries can be devastating and our Missouri and Kansas defective medical device injury law firm will bring more than 15 years of experience and knowledge and compassion to your case.

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