Medical device malfunction News

FDA Says 3 Deaths Linked to Recalled Heart Device

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Monday three deaths had been reported related to Edwards Lifesciences Corp.’s recall of some of its heart devices. The agency said the company’s voluntary recall of its IntraClude intra-aortic occlusion device in …

Washington Man’s Suit Claims Medical Device Caused Brain Damage

A Washington man is suing a California company, claiming its medical device used to treat aneurysms malfunctioned and caused him to suffer brain damage. The Penumbra Coil 400 was used to treat an aneurysm Dennis Montgomery suffered in 2013, according …