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Guidant Defibrillator: Is Your Life at Risk?

BREAKING NEWS: 10.15.07--Medtronic, Inc., the world's largest maker of electronic heart devices, announced they are suspending sales of Sprint Fidelis leads. According to the FDA, these wires, used to connect defibrillators to the heart, may break or erode and may increase chance of injury. Learn more about the Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Recall.

class=MsoNormal style="MARGIN: 0in 0in 0pt">Are you one of the 100,000 people who may have a defective Guidant pacemaker implanted in your body? The risk of heart failure is not something to ignore. Click here if you have been injured by a defective Guidant Pacemaker.

The Guidant Corporation recalled several defibrillator models after a serious defect was uncovered.

The FDA warns that, "The problems may occur without warning and can lead to loss of consciousness, and possibly heart failure and death."

Guidant has recalled several defibrillator models. Learn more about the recall and what to do if you or a loved one was affected by a faulty defibrillator.

Guidant officials knew about the pacemaker's defect, and they continued to sell them anyway.

The right lawyer at the law firm of Weitz & Luxenberg can help you.

Use this research section to learn more about the Defibrillators and the recall, read breaking news & warnings, and get answers to frequently asked questions. Learn if you may qualify for a lawsuit, get a free case review, and do research for free.


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Ventricular Fibrillation
Sudden Cardiac Death
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Cardiac Innervation
Ischaemic Myocardium
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Idiopathic
Characteristics
Summary
 News & Warnings
Breaking News
FDA Pacemaker Recall
Guidant Co. Press Release
St. Jude Medical, Inc. Press Release
Nonischemic Dilated Cardiomyopathy Comment
MADIT II & SCD-HEFT Comment
Medicare Coverage Comment
Medicare Criteria Comment
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Have a Case?
Recall
Recalled Models

Act Now! It is essential that you inquire about your Defibrillator lawsuit as soon as possible. Your individual state's law may limit your time to bring a legal claim to protect your rights. Your legal review is free and there is no commitment. Your case will be evaluated immediately, so get started on your claim today!

Weitz & Luxenberg is no longer accepting Guidant Defibrillator cases.


see also:

Learn More Dangerous Recalled PRIZM 2 DR, Model 1861
Legal help for men and women with the dangerous PRIZM defibrillator

News & Warnings Guidant Defibrillator - Public Commentary on Defibrillators and the Guidant Recall
Guidant defibrillator recall public comment. FREE lawsuit information

Research Center Guidant Defibrillator Research Center: Learn About the Risks
Did guidant risk your life with its defibrillator?Get legal advice now

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