Medtronic MiniMed, Inc. has recalled approximately 785,513 insulin pumps, including several models in the 600 and 700 series, because they may experience sudden power loss or shortened battery life if they have been dropped, bumped, or otherwise physically impacted. This physical damage can shorten the overall life of the battery and significantly reduce the lead time between a "low battery" alarm and when the device shuts off entirely. In some cases, the buffer time can drop from the expected 10 hours down to just 2.5 hours or less. Replacing the battery does not resolve the underlying electrical damage. The recall affects models 620G, 630G, 640G, 670G, 700G, 720G, 740G, 770G, and 780G.
If the insulin pump powers down unexpectedly without adequate warning, it can lead to an interruption in insulin delivery. This interruption may result in dangerously high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) or diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), which is a serious medical emergency. Patient reports indicate that some devices shut off almost immediately after the low battery alert.
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If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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