Victims of Faulty Medical Devices Taking Action

With the recent announcement of a Hip Replacement Recall by company DePuy Orthopaedics, there are now several scrambling patients trying to find out if their hip replacement device is listed as one of the faulty ones. DePuy’s ASR XL Acetabular System, along with their ASR Hip Resurfacing system, joined the list of recalled hip replacement devices at the end of August 2010.

It is now estimated that, between the Zimmer, Stryker, and DePuy hip replacement systems, over 90,000 hip implants have been recalled. With the failure rate estimated at just over 12%, this means that nearly 11,000 individuals, and possibly more, could very well experience a failure with their device, if they have not already. The thought of how many could truly be affected is chilling, to say the least.

Yet, many do not even have the slightest clue of what to watch out for. Therefore, it is necessary to discuss the signs that often appear prior to the failure of a hip device. One of the early indicators that a hip replacement is failing is the feeling (and some may even say the sound) of clicking or popping in the hip. There is often also swelling, which can be followed by chronic pain. In worst case scenarios, the hip can dislocate, loosen, or easily become fractured. Individuals who have had a hip replacement should most definitely monitor themselves for the above mentioned signs to ensure that, if any are present, they can get in touch with their physician immediately.

Another important person to get in touch with if any of these signs are present is an attorney who has a good track record with medical device failure cases. A Hip Attorney can assist patients in not only being reimbursed for their medical expenses related to a faulty hip replacement, but can also ensure that their claim is filed properly and in a timely matter. You see, there is only so much time that the legal system allows for cases such as these, which is why it is so very important to speak with your legal counsel as soon as you possibly can so that they can get the ball rolling.

To find out more about the hip device recall or to discuss your situation with an experienced attorney, give us a call today at 1-800-940-0166 or visit us at http://www.hipattorney.org.  Our website is designed to help people file a claim and get compensation for Hip Replacement Recalls. We are dedicated to helping those who have undergone failed hip replacement surgeries get the compensation they deserve.