If you or a loved one experienced serious complications after undergoing a procedure involving the Medtronic Bravo™ CF Capsule Delivery Device, you may be entitled to compensation. Cory Watson Attorneys is investigating claims involving recalled Bravo CF Capsules that may have failed to properly attach to the esophagus due to a manufacturing defect.
What Is the Medtronic Bravo CF Capsule?
The Medtronic Bravo CF Capsule is a medical device used during esophageal pH monitoring procedures to help diagnose gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and related conditions. The capsule is designed to temporarily attach to the lining of the esophagus and record pH data over time.
The device is delivered through a specialized delivery system intended to properly place and secure the capsule during the procedure.
Why Was the Bravo CF Capsule Recalled?
In 2025, Medtronic and Given Imaging issued a recall involving certain lots of the Bravo CF Capsule Delivery Device after reports that some capsules failed to properly attach to the patient’s esophagus or detached from the delivery device during placement.
According to the FDA, the issue was linked to the improper application of adhesive during manufacturing, which may prevent the capsule from functioning as intended. The FDA identified this as a serious recall due to the potential for significant patient injury and complications.
Potential Risks and Complications
Patients affected by the recalled Bravo CF Capsule may face serious health risks, including:
- Aspiration or inhalation of the capsule
- Esophageal perforation
- Airway obstruction
- Hemorrhage or blood loss
- Laceration of the esophagus
- Delayed diagnosis or treatment
- Foreign objects remaining in the patient’s body
Some patients may require additional medical procedures, hospitalization, or ongoing treatment as a result of complications associated with the recalled device.
How Do These Device Failures Occur?
The recall notice indicates that the Bravo CF Capsules may fail due to a manufacturing defect involving misapplication of adhesive during production. As a result:
- The capsule may detach from the delivery device prematurely
- The capsule may not properly adhere to the esophagus
- The device may remain inside the patient unexpectedly
- Physicians may be unable to complete accurate pH monitoring
When these failures occur, patients can face both immediate medical emergencies and delays in diagnosis or treatment.
Do You Have a Case?
You may be eligible to pursue a legal claim if:
- You underwent a procedure involving the Medtronic Bravo CF Capsule
- You experienced complications during or after placement of the device
- You required additional medical treatment or hospitalization
- A capsule failed to attach correctly or detached unexpectedly
- You suffered injuries related to aspiration, bleeding, perforation, or retained foreign objects
Potential legal claims may involve:
- Defective medical device claims
- Manufacturing defect allegations
- Failure to warn
- Negligence
- Product liability
How Cory Watson Attorneys Can Help with Your Claim
Cory Watson Attorneys has decades of experience handling complex litigation involving defective medical devices and dangerous products. Our legal team understands the medical and technical issues involved in product liability claims and is committed to helping injured patients pursue accountability and compensation.
For more than 44 years, Cory Watson Attorneys has represented individuals and families harmed by corporate negligence and defective products nationwide.
About Cory Watson Attorneys
Cory Watson Attorneys is a nationally recognized personal injury law firm with offices in Birmingham, Memphis, and Nashville. The firm has recovered more than $4 Billion for clients across the country.
Our attorneys have served in leadership roles in major multidistrict litigation and class action cases involving defective medical devices, dangerous pharmaceuticals, and corporate wrongdoing.
Get Started Today
If you or a loved one suffered complications related to the recalled Medtronic Bravo CF Capsule, do not wait to learn more about your legal options.
Contact Cory Watson Attorneys today for a free, no-obligation consultation.
For additional information regarding the recall, visit the FDA Recall Notice for the Medtronic Bravo CF Capsule.