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Goodwill and Intangible Assets (Details 2) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Goodwill and intangible assets information    
Goodwill $ 9,751 $ 9,772
Amount of reduction of goodwill relating to impairments 0  
Established Pharmaceutical Products
   
Goodwill and intangible assets information    
Goodwill 3,000  
Nutritional Products
   
Goodwill and intangible assets information    
Goodwill 286  
Diagnostic Products
   
Goodwill and intangible assets information    
Goodwill 444  
Vascular Products
   
Goodwill and intangible assets information    
Goodwill $ 3,100