Metal Hip Replacement
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The Problem: These hip implants is primarily because of their tendency to fret, corrode and fail prematurely. Some of the problems reported also included metal poisoning.
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The Response: There are numerous hip replacements affected and lawsuits are filed.
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What Can We Do to Help: Our experienced attorneys can review your medical records and advise you if filing a case is in your best interest.
The attorneys at Gallon, Takacs & Boissoneault are reviewing potential lawsuits on behalf of patients implanted with hip implants. These metal hip devices were designed to last longer than any other replacements on the market. Instead, they have failed prematurely. The focus on these hip implants is primarily because of their tendency to fret, corrode and fail prematurely. Some of the problems reported also included metal poisoning.
Have you or anyone you know developed pain and complications from a hip replacement? Find out if you can seek compensation for your injuries by completing our free case evaluation.
Many of these devices are causing conditions far worse and more painful than the original condition it was meant to alleviate. Many are finding out that these devices meant to increase quality of life are now causing more pain and suffering.
Some of the complications that can result from these metal on metal hip replacements include:
- Decreased mobility
- Severe pain in hip, groin or thigh
- Inflammation and swelling
- Loosening of the device
- Bone damage
- Infections
- Nausea
- Metal Poisoning
- Hip Joint Failure
At this time there are numerous recalls on different metal hip replacements:
| Depuy | ASR XL Acetabular System, ASR Hip Resurfacing System |
| Zimmer Holdings | Durom Cup |
| Stryker | ABG II modular-neck hip stems, Rejuvenate |
| Smith & Nephew | R3 Acetabular System |
| Biomet | M2a metal-on-metal hip devices |
| Wright Medical Technology | Conserve Plus |
If you or anyone you know has had a metal hip replacement and are experiencing complications, you may be entitled to compensation. The Metal Hip Replacement Attorneys at Gallon, Takacs & Boissoneault are dedicated to ensuring companies are held responsible for the dangerous side effects of their products. Call our Metal Hip Replacement Attorneys at Gallon, Takacs & Boissoneault or fill out the free case evaluation. We want to help you.
