Serratia Marcescens Lawsuit

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AM2 PAT Heparin syringes have been found to be contaminated with Serratia marcescens, which have resulted in patient infections.

Serratia Marcescens

Pre-Filled Heparin Lock Flush Solution USP syringes used to flush intravenous and catheter lines to prevent clotting have been recalled due to the recent outbreak of blood infections associated with their use. The pre-filled syringes could be contaminated with bacteria known as Serratia marcescens.

Serratia marcescens is a human pathogen, which means that it is known to cause disease in humans. Serratia marcescens is a naturally occurring bacterium that can develop in a number of common places, including: soil, water, sinks, bathtubs, and on some foods (primarily starchy foods). It has been linked to pneumonia, blood infections, urinary tract, and wound infections.

Signs & Symptoms of Serratia Marcescens Infection

There are a variety of side effects associated with these contaminated syringes. The use of the syringes could cause Serratia related:

• Sepsis
• Infection
• Fever
• Nausea
• Chills
• Vomiting
• Shock
• Convulsions
• Death
• Bacteremia
• Urinary tract infections
• Empyema
• Lymphadenitis
• Endocarditis
• Meningitis Peritonitis
• Respiratory distress
  

Do I Have a Serratia Marcescens Lawsuit?

The Schmidt Firm, LLP is currently accepting Serratia Marcescens injury cases in all 50 states. If you or somebody you know has been injured by Serratia Marcescens, you should contact our firm immediately for a free case consultation. Please use the form below to contact our Dangerous Drug Litigation Group or call toll free 24 hours a day at (866) 920-0753.

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