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(EMAILWIRE.COM, January 15, 2011 ) New York, NY – In August 2010, DePuy Orthopaedics issued a hip implant recall of the ASR XL Acetabular Hip System and the ASR Hip Resurfacing System after new data revealed that more patients than expected required a second hip replacement surgery within five years of the initial procedure. As a result of the DePuy hip recall, patients who have experienced problems with the recalled ASR devices may be able to file a claim for damages. Because the recalled DePuy hip implants have also been linked to metal poisoning, a condition which may or may not present symptoms, patients who have not developed signs of hip implant problems may still be at risk for complications which may warrant legal action. Visit http://www.classaction.org/depuy-asr-hip-implant.html today to learn more about the DePuy hip replacement recall and to receive a free case review, which can help determine your eligibility for a DePuy hip lawsuit.
The recalled DePuy hip implants have been linked to a number of complications, including implant failure and loosening. Symptoms of these DePuy hip problems may include difficulty walking, pain and swelling. While these symptoms are common after a hip replacement procedure, recurring or continued symptoms may indicate a more serious problem. Patients who are experiencing symptoms of DePuy hip problems can visit their surgeon, who may order x-rays to determine how the hip is functioning.
In addition to hip implant failure and loosening, the recalled DePuy ASR hip systems have also been associated with metallosis, an inflammatory reaction to increased levels of heavy metals in the body. The recalled DePuy hip implants are composed of a metallic ball and socket, which can rub together, releasing small metal particles into the bloodstream and surrounding tissue. Although this process is expected with metal-on-metal hip implants, some patients may experience a serious reaction which may necessitate revision surgery. Symptoms which have been associated with DePuy hip metal poisoning may include vision impairment, hearing loss, rashes, pain and dizziness. However, even patients with high metallic levels may not develop symptoms at first.
Patients who have been implanted with the DePuy ASR XL Acetabular Hip System and the ASR Hip Resurfacing System should learn their legal rights, even if they have not developed symptoms of metal poisoning or other problems. Visit Class Action.org today and complete the free case evaluation form to determine whether you can participate in a DePuy hip lawsuit to recover compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering and other damages. The DePuy hip litigation attorneys working with Class Action.org are offering this online consultation at no cost and remain dedicated to protecting the rights of patients who have been implanted with recalled hip replacements.
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