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Three (3) different defibrillator malfunctions could occur as a result of the Medtronic Sprint Fidelis lead:

1. A massive electrical shock could be delivered to the heart, which could be lethal in some cases
2. The defibrillator could beep, alerting that there is a problem requiring immediate medical attention
3. The battery could deplete, causing the device to fail when it is needed to provide a life-saving shock

There is no consistently reliable test to predict whether the Medtronic lead will fracture in the future. However, despite the risk of malfunctions, experts are not recommending that the recalled Medtronic lead be surgically removed. Surgery to remove the wire or attepts to place a second lead in the chest carries a substantial risks, as it is a much more complex procedure than the initial insertion. The only recommendation that Medtronic has made to reduce the impact of their mistake, is that those who think they may have the Sprint Fidelis lead should contact their doctors who could reprogram the defibrillator to better monitor for lead problems. This should increase the likelihood that a fracture will be detected by the device before any harm is caused by an unnecessary shock.

This provides little reassurance to most individuals who have the defective Metronic lead placed in their chest. Even if a fracture is detected before the device malfunctions, they will still face the serious risks associated with implanting a second lead wire or replacing the current lead, which has an alarmingly high rate of complications. If you wish to speak to a lawyer on this matter call us toll free at 1-800-862-1260.