news from FDA, Riata leads

They are now recommending everyone with these leads get an xray to check for insulation problems
http://www.theheart.org/article/1435671.do?utm_medium=email&utm_source=20120816_breakingNews_2&utm_campaign=newsletter

You may have to register to log in to see the article but it's a reputable site, aimed mostly at cardiologists.

3 Comments

LEADS? ~ ~ ~

by Carolyn65 - 2012-08-17 02:08:22

TraceyE, been awhile, good to be back on. I look/read on the site alot but just don't post anymore ~

HOW do I know what kind of leads I have? I had the PM in 11/2009, a Metronic, 2 leads ~ have no clue.

THANX, TraceyE,
Carolyn G. in TEXAS ~ RAIN, RAIN IN TEXAS, PLS! ~

ANSWERED MY QUESTION ~ ~ ~

by Carolyn65 - 2012-08-17 02:08:48

I read the site (and joined) and found the above answers to the questions, I think, TraceyE ~

Later,
Carolyn G. in TEXAS ~ PLS. RAIN IN TEXAS ~

Riata Lead X-rays

by pacemaker writer - 2012-08-17 03:08:57

Here's a link to the FDA document itself:
http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm283879.htm


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