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Have an IVC filter recall claim in Miami?

Symptoms and side effects of defective IVC filters can be dangerous, and even have life-threatening consequences. IVC filters are small cone-shaped devices implemented in the inferior vena cava to prevent pulmonary embolism. At Shamis & Gentile, we know how difficult it can be to face this sort of medical condition, and our trusted and experienced lawyers specialized in investigating potential cases related to defective IVC filters are here to help you.

Our injury lawsuit lawyers have years of experience in the settlement of claims related to IVC filters, and our law firm distinguishes itself as it is one of the rare law offices in Miami and Coral Gables to be able to successfully handle this kind of cases. We are also settling claims involving personal injury, personal injury protection, wrongful death and immigration work.

Whether by trial or strategic negotiation, the attorneys and staff at Shamis & Gentile P.A. are dedicated to providing tireless legal representation in every aspect of your case so that you can return to normalcy in your life. Call us if you are a resident of Miami, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Aventura, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, South Florida, Kendall, Hialeah or Miami Gardens.

Why might my IVC filter need removal?

The IVC filter is a small piece of metal made of nitinol or stainless steel that can be placed into the Inferior Vena Cava. Most of the time, the IVC filter is placed in order to prevent a blockage in the vessel of the leg called a pulmonary embolism.

The UVC filter is placed by a vascular surgeon or an interventional radiologist through a small incision in a vein in your groin or neck, in order to prevent pulmonary embolism. The procedure is usually easy, and completed within one hour.

However, a few manufacturers of IVC filters have been recently issued a warning letter from the FDA for presenting higher rates of relative risk for death, filter fracture and movement, such as Bard G2 IVC filter or Cook IVC filter. Indeed, confidential reports showed in 2015 that some medical device giants such as C.R. Bard or Cook Medical were associated with 27 deaths and hundreds of problems with their IVC filters. Instead of recalling the deficient filters, the manufacturers decided to keep them on the market, creating more and more life-threatening situations.

The main problem of deficient filters are the fracture or the tilting of the filter, which can create several vascular symptoms:

  • Perforation of the heart, lungs or other organs
  • Hemorrhagic pericardial effusion
  • Cardiac tamponade
  • Ventricular tachycardia
  • Puncturing of the vena cava

As a faulty IVC filter can have disastrous consequences, the problems requires emergency treatment, and most of the time removal or even heart surgery for the worst cases. Shamis & Gentile P.A. knows how difficult it is to face medical conditions related to IVC filter complications, and our law firm is often called in South Florida to settle cases that other law firms may not be able to handle on their own, such as IVC filter claims.

IVC Filter Claims in Miami and Coral Gables, Florida

If you or one of your relatives has been affected by a defective IVC filter or if you think that your IVC filter should be recalled, you may be entitled to compensation for damages. Shamis and Gentile P.A. would be more than happy to review your case and help you in these difficult times. But do not wait to long: with this kind of cases, the more you wait the more you jeopardize your case. Contact us now! We can help you if you are living in the following locations:

  • Miami
  • Miami Beach
  • Coral Gables
  • Aventura
  • Boca Raton
  • Fort Lauderdale
  • South Florida
  • Kendall
  • Hialeah
  • Miami Gardens

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