The Penumbra Coil 400 is a device used to control and treat brain aneurysm. It is a small platinum coil placed into a brain aneurysm through the blood vessels leading to the brain. The body responds to the placement by forming a blood clot around the coil, which stops the aneurysm and helps protect the blood vessel from rupturing or leaking.
Device Recall
On March 4, 2011 Penumbra Inc. notified its customers and distributors that the device was recalled and instructed them to return the product to the company. The Penumbra Coil 400 system includes a tool for implanting the device, and the FDA now warns that the pull wire on the delivery tool can slip out of place and allow premature detachment of the coil, which may cause the coil to migrate and lead to serious injury, including blood clots and stroke. The FDA has classified this recall as Class 1 recall, meaning that the defective medical device has a reasonable probability of causing severe injury or death.
What should you do?
Anyone who has suffered from a blood clot or stroke after receiving the Penumbra Coil 400 may have a right to seek compensation for his/her losses. Our attorneys are reviewing new cases of those injured and are ready and able to assist. Anyone injured by the Penumbra Coil 400 may contact us directly at 1-800-434-8399, or contact us through our website at www.lawyernc.com.
