Commitments and Contingencies (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013	Jun. 30, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013	Dec. 31, 2013	Aug. 05, 2014 Subsequent Event [Member] claims
Commitments and Contingencies (Textuals) [Abstract]
Accrual for legal matters that are probable and estimable	$ 826		$ 826		$ 607
litigation-related charges (credits)	(267)	0	(260)	(130)
Agreement in principle to settle the defibrillator class action	3		3
Product liability cases or claims related to mesh product						23,000
Product liability cases or claims related to mesh product - Canada						20
Product liability cases or claims related to mesh product - United Kingdom						10
Loss Contingency, Estimate of Possible Loss	$ 5,500		$ 5,500