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What is a cardiac defibrillator?
Cardiac defibrillators are small devices implanted into the body to regulate the heartbeat with people at-risk for heart problems. They work on small computers that aredesigned to detect an irregular heartbeat and then shock the heart into the proper rhythm.
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What is going on with these defibrillator recalls I’ve heard about?
One of the leading retailers of cardiac defibrillators in the United States is recalling over 50,000 defibrillators due to possible defects. This defibrillator recall is based on findings that some of these devices are beginning to short circuit, therefore causing problems in the wiring and therefore not working properly.
Have any safety warnings been issued?
A safety warning was issued in recent months explaining to doctors and consumers what the problems were and what models were experiencing problems. It was also stressed that it was not all models, and that those people who had the original model implanted have nothing to fear as this model is working as it should.
So which models of defibrillator have been recalled?
There are about seven models of defibrillators that are being recalled. The recalled models include the following:
What should I do if I have one of these models?
The Guidant Corporation is advising all patients to have these devices replaced immediately to avoid any serious problems.
Has the manufacturer of these models only just found out about the problem?
Even though this company is recalling their products they are still under fire due to the fact that they apparently knew that there were problems with the Prizm 2 DR and continued to market it. Reports however, are failing to mention the fact that the company demanded a total redesign of the their product. This leads us to believe that they were aware of the problem and they had attempted to do something about it.
Can I take legal action if I have experienced problems with one of these defibrillators?
If you have experienced such problems then you may be entitled to compensation for your problems. If you are interested in finding out more about your options or a possible defibrillator lawsuit then you should contact a lawyer immediately. In Canada there is a Toronto based company that has taken on the task of representing all people who have been wrong by the Guidant Corporation. In the United States there are a number of lawsuits underway.
What is the best way of ensuring that I get the right lawyer for my needs?
Before hiring a lawyer you should always consider what you are seeking a lawyer for. You should consider the facts and the suit in which you want to file. You should have some idea of what form of compensation you are trying to get from the Guidant Corporation.