IVC Filters Linked To Increased Risk Of Death in VTE Patients: Study
A new study warns that IVC filter side effects could increase the risk of death among certain patients.
Tag Archives: Cook Medical
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Zenith Alpha Aorta Grafts Recall Issued Over Blood Clot Risks
About 5,000 thoracic grafts used for lesions and trauma to the aorta are being recalled by Cook Medical after reports of blood clots and blockages that can cause severe injury…
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Cook IVC Filter Settlement Conferences Scheduled Before Bellwether Trials
Another series of settlement conferences has been scheduled for Cook IVC filter lawsuits, in hopes of reaching a resolution before bellwether trials begin in August.
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Second Cook IVC Filter Lawsuit Selected for Bellwether Trial in MDL
A second Cook IVC filter lawsuit involving a perforated vena cava allegedly caused by a Gunther Tulip IVC filter has been selected as a bellwether trial.
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Parties Disagree About Timing of IVC Filter Bellwether Trial Schedule in Cook MDL
Plaintiffs and defendants have filed dueling Cook IVC filter bellwether trial schedules, both of which would have the first case in front of juries by October 2017.
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Cook Celect IVC Filter Failure Caused Pieces to Lodge In Woman’s Heart, Lawsuit Alleges
A Cook Celect IVC filter lawsuit claims that pieces broke off, pierced a California woman's inferior vena cava, and became lodged in her heart and kidney.
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IVC Blood Clot Filter Lawsuits Against Cook Medical Nominated for Bellwether Process
Plaintiffs and defendants disagree on who submitted the more representative cases in Cook IVC filter litigation when filing their bellwether selection picks.
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Cook Beacon Tip Catheter Recall: Fracturing Could Cause Embolism, Other Injuries
A recall of more than 4 million Cook Medical Beacon Tip catheters has been announced following reports that the tips can fracture, requiring emergency removal procedures.
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More IVC Blood Clot Filter Lawsuits to be Prepared for Bellwether Trials
Two new bellwether selection plans have been presented in Bard IVC and Cook IVC filter litigation.
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Parties Request Hearing on IVC Filter Bellwether Trial Selection Process in Cook MDL
Plaintiffs and defendants involved in Cook IVC filter lawsuits have asked a federal judge to decide from competing proposals on how to select early test trials.
