Penumbra issued a recall for its JET 7 Xtra Flex Catheter in December 2020 due to device malfunctions resulting in severe injury or death. Now, patients and their loved ones who received one of these catheters may be entitled to compensation via a Penumbra Jet 7 catheter lawsuit.
Penumbra Jet 7 Catheter Recall
The Penumbra JET 7 Reperfusion Catheter with Xtra Flex Technology (JET 7 Xtra Flex) was recalled in December 2020.
According to the company’s own medical device recall notification, “Penumbra is recalling the JET 7 Xtra Flex because the catheter may become susceptible to distal tip damage during use. Distal tip damage in conjunction with pressurization or contrast injection may result in potential vessel damage, and subsequent patient injury or death.”
The FDA reportedly received over 200 reports of serious issues with the device before it was finally recalled. “Excluding events related to distal tip damage, there have been a total of 11 events involving patient injury and zero (0) events involving patient death associated with JET 7 Xtra Flex,” Penumbra reported.
“Overall, Penumbra has filed 239 reports for unique events associated with death, injury, malfunction, or other events with JET 7 Xtra Flex.”
Although the notification stated that all units should be removed from inventory, for many, the damage was already done.
Penumbra Catheter Injuries
Some injuries included in Penumbra Jet 7 Catheter lawsuits include:
- Blood vessel damage
- Death
- Hemorrhage
- Stroke (cerebral infarction)
If you’ve been injured after receiving a Penumbra Jet 7 Catheter, you should contact a defective or dangerous medical device attorney without delay to discuss your legal options.
The company has been accused of allegedly producing a dangerous product, being aware of its dangers, and failing to adequately warn the public and medical professionals. A skilled attorney will work to prove the liability of another party for any injuries that you have suffered after receiving a catheter produced by Penumbra and advocate for you throughout the Penumbra Jet 7 Catheter lawsuit process.
Work With Phillips Law Group on a Penumbra Xtra Flex Catheter Lawsuit
The team at Phillips Law Group has a strong history of aggressively pursuing companies that manufacture defective and harmful products. We have experience holding medical equipment companies like DePuy and other manufacturers liable for their negligence. If you believe you may have an eligible Penumbra Jet 7 Catheter lawsuit, we want to help you.
Please contact our firm to learn more in a free, no-obligation, confidential consultation. Phillips Law Group has been in business for more than 30 years and has a wealth of experience to pursue a claim on your behalf, acting as your assertive legal advocate every step of the way.
It’s important to seek legal guidance to explore your potential options for seeking compensation immediately. Please call us now at 602-222-2222 to find out more. We look forward to working with you to pursue the justice you deserve.
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