How is a medical device injury caused?

A medical device injury is caused when a person is harmed due to a malfunction of a medical device or due to a flaw in the design of the device. Devices that are known to have caused injuries in North Dakota include pacemakers, artificial joints, heart valves, intraocular lenses, and other implants. Some medical device injuries can occur due to a manufacturing error, in which the device was not created according to standards set by the FDA or other regulatory agency. These errors can cause the device to be faulty or malfunction. Defects in design are usually due to inadequate testing prior to the device being put on the market or incorrect warnings and instructions supplied to the user. With some medical devices, even using the device as directed can lead to unforeseen injuries. A medical device injury can also be caused by a medical practitioner’s negligence. If the medical professional inserted, adjusted, or removed the device incorrectly, or if they failed to recognize signs of a malfunction as warnings of a potential injury, a medical device injury may result. Medical device injuries can be painful, disabling, and life-threatening. In North Dakota, individuals harmed by a medical device or its negligent usage can file a medical device injury lawsuit. It is important to consult an experienced personal injury attorney to ensure that you are properly compensated for any damages or losses incurred.

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