BBC News in Liverpool reported that more than 100 people , most from Merseyside, are suing DePuy over the effects of hip implants that were withdrawn in August 2010. Over 2,000 cases have been filed against Depuy over the ASR in the U.S.
BBC News in Liverpool reported that more than 100 people , most from Merseyside, are suing DePuy over the effects of hip implants that were withdrawn in August 2010. Over 2,000 cases have been filed against Depuy over the ASR in the U.S.
The FDA has ordered a review of all metal-on-metal hip implants due to mounting patient complaints. Problems include loosening, fracturing and dislocating of the device caused by inflammation in the joint space. In addition many patients have experienced soft tissue damage and metal poisoning because these devices can shed particles of chromium and cobalt into…
DetailsThe Daily Mail (UK) (12/4, Matthews, 4.04M) continues coverage of the passing of Ontario woman Christina Brajcic, “a prominent vaginal mesh campaigner” who died due to “sepsis which was triggered by her controversial implant.” Her death comes after “landmark moves by English and Australian health officials to recommend the controversial implants should no longer be used.” The…
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