The Cypher Lawsuit

History and Background

 

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently warned about serious side effects associated with the Cypher Stent, which has been linked to more than 60 deaths and numerous life threatening occurrences.

 

 Manufactured by the Cordis Corporation, a subsidiary of Johnson and Johnson, the stent, according to the FDA warnings contained in a letter written to doctors, has resulted in more than 290 cases of life threatening blood clots ( sub-acute thrombosis) within 24 to 30 days after the device was inserted in patients. In more than 60 of those cases, the patients died. In other cases, the stent caused serious injuries requiring surgical or medical intervention.

 

The FDA has also received numerous reports of other adverse reactions including: pain, rash, respiratory problems, hives, itching, fever and changes in blood pressure.

 

Roberta Ashkin has represented countless individuals for over 25 years who have been injured by dangerous pharmaceutical drugs and devices, bringing individualized attention to her clients and their families. If you or a family member believe you have a complication associated with the Cypher stent, please call now for a free consultation.