If you or someone you love had an IVC filter (inferior vena cava filter) implanted and suffered devastating side effects, you may be eligible to file a lawsuit and receive financial compensation for your injuries, medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. For a free case evaluation, contact Ken Nunn, The Indiana Injury Lawyer. As an experienced drug injury lawyer, Ken has devoted his law firm to helping injured people get what they deserve. Call now at 1-800-CALL-KEN. Don’t wait. IVC filter claims must be filed within a certain timeframe.
What is an IVC Filter?
IVC filters is a tiny device that is implanted by a doctor just below the kidney. The purpose of the filter is to stop loose blood clots that may be present in the legs from going to the heart or lungs. IVC filters weren’t designed as a permanent solution. They’re supposed to remain in the body only for the timeframe which the patient is most at risk of a blood clot.
A History of Danger
In 2014, the FDA released a safety communication covering a summary of the adverse events that had been reported to them. Reports of injury included filter migration, filter fracture, embolization of the filter, and perforation by the filter. Embolization of the filter is extremely dangerous. IVC filters are designed to stop blood clots. Yet, when the filter embolizes, it is traveling to the heart or lungs just like a blood clot would. When the device fractures or moves, it can cause serious harm to internal organs.
Multiple Manufacturers Responsible
There are many manufacturers of IVC filters and several are being sued. To point out the seriousness of the situation, let’s use manufacturer C.R. Bard as an example. Plaintiffs in lawsuits allege that C.R. Bard knew about the dangers of one particular design of an IVC filter that has a high likelihood of fracturing. Reports were found that showed the company knew the likelihood of fracture and that they suppressed that information.
There are more than 3,000 lawsuits for IVC filters filed by injured patients and their families. If you lost a loved one because of an adverse effect associated with an IVC filter, you could also be entitled to financial compensation. We know that no amount of money can make the pain go away if you’ve lost a loved one or if you’ve been seriously injured by an IVC filter. Our goal is to help you hold the manufacturer responsible.
Have You Suffered Injuries from an IVC Filter?
Ken Nunn is The Indiana Injury Lawyer and he’s here to help you if you’ve been hurt because of an IVC filter. If you’ve been hurt, call Ken Nunn at 1-800-CALL-KEN to schedule your no risk, free case evaluation. As an aggressive drug injury lawyer practicing in Indiana, Ken knows and understands the complex world of Indiana pharmaceutical laws. He’s here to help. Call now or use our online form. Don’t wait. Contact us now. Your claim is time sensitive.
