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Medtronic MiniMed Insulin Pump Problems

Problems with Lot 8 of Medtronic's Paradigm MiniMed insulin pump have caused:

Over 200 hospitalizations due to hyperglycemia
Medtronic to issue a voluntary, national recall of approximately 3 million insulin pump therapy systems (despite the fact that only 60,000 are suspected to have been defective)

Diabetes patients who possess recalled MiniMed insulin pump systems should:

Stop using the recalled infusion sets
Notify the company via email or phone
Return the defective insulin pump systems to the place of purchase for a full refund

Should individuals start to develop the symptoms of hyperglycemia (excessive urination, dehydration, nausea, vomiting, etc.) after using a MiniMed insulin pump, they should:

Receive immediate medical treatment to prevent blindness, heart disease and, ultimately, death from MiniMed Insulin Pumps
Consult with an esteemed personal injury lawyer, once their health is stable, to find out if they have a viable personal injury claim

In many cases, injured MiniMed patients will be entitled to compensation for their injuries and losses.

Insulin Pump System Parts

To continuously deliver fast-acting insulin to diabetes patients, the Paradigm MiniMed pump system is composed of:

The Quick-set Infusion Set, a disposable device that embeds a narrow tube called the cannula underneath the skin

A REAL-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring System (CGMS), which compiles blood glucose trends and sounds a safety alarm when inappropriate amounts of insulin are being administered
A OneTouch UltraLink Meter, which measures patients' blood sugar levels and wirelessly sends them to the pump
A MiniMed Paradigm Insulin Pump (in model numbers 522/512/515 or 722/712/715), which holds the insulin and varies the amounts of insulin delivered, based on a patient's fluctuating blood glucose levels

The x22 series was the first version the of the insulin pump therapy system produced by Medtronic, the x12 series was introduced in 2003, and the x15 series (the newest version of the pump system) came on the market in 2004.

Medtronic MiniMed Insulin Pump Complaints

Complaints regarding the Paradigm MiniMed insulin pump have typically stated that patients are not able to receive sufficient insulin because the cannula is bent or has detached from the skin or pump.

These complaints largely stem from the fact that Lot 8 of the Quick-set Infusion Sets, an essential component of the insulin pump therapy system, contains an estimated 60,000 defective infusion sets.

The model numbers of recalled units include:

MMT-359S6
MMT-359S9
MMT-359L6
MMT-359L9.

Compensation for MiniMed Insulin Pump Malfunctions

Injured MiniMed patients can learn more about their legal rights by speaking with an experienced defective drug lawyer. During this meeting, prospective plaintiffs can learn more about the process of pursuing a defective drug lawsuit, as well as receive expert legal advice regarding the most appropriate manner in which to pursue their case.

Compensation is available for persons and families harmed by defective medical devices such as the recalled infusion sets. To obtain the maximum amount you are entitled to, it is important to seek help from an experienced and qualified attorney who understands the complexity of these types of cases.

To discuss you specific concerns and circumstances with our MiniMed Insulin Pump Lawyers, please contact us today.

Our injury and death lawyers are investigating all MiniMed cases. Our evaluations are not limited to persons injured by the recalled "Lot 8" infusion sets. To discuss the details of your unique circumstances, please contact our law offices today.

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