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(EMAILWIRE.COM, January 06, 2011 ) New York, NY – The DePuy hip lawyers working with Class Action.org are available to review claims from patients who have been implanted with one of the hip replacements involved in the DePuy hip implant recall. The DePuy ASR XL Acetabular Hip System and the ASR Hip Resurfacing System were recalled in August 2010, and patients who have been implanted with either system may have legal recourse. If you or a loved one has been the recipient of either recalled Depuy hip replacement, visit http://www.classaction.org/depuy-asr-hip-implant.html today and complete the free case evaluation form to find out if you are entitled to financial compensation.
The DePuy hip recall was issued due to recent data which indicated that more patients than expected who were implanted with the ASR XL Acetabular Hip System or the ASR Hip Resurfacing System experienced pain and other problems which led to a second hip replacement surgery. Specifically, the data revealed that within five years, 12% of patients with the ASR resurfacing system and 13% implanted with the ASR total hip replacement required corrective surgery. Patients who experienced problems with the recalled DePuy hip implants during the first five years and required a second surgery reported a number of symptoms, including swelling, pain and difficulty walking. Although these symptoms are expected following a hip replacement procedure, prolonged or recurring issues may indicate hip implant loosening, fracture or dislocation.
Patients who have not experienced symptoms of DePuy hip problems may still be at risk for metallosis, an inflammatory reaction to heavy metals in the body. As metal components wear, they can release particles into the tissue and blood stream, causing a reaction in some patients. The condition can cause severe tissue damage around the hip joint and may necessitate corrective surgery. Symptoms associated with DePuy hip metal poisoning may include vision loss, hearing loss and hip pain.
Patients who have been implanted with a system involved in the DePuy hip replacement recall should not wait to experience pain or other symptoms to learn their legal rights. Visit Class Action.org today for more information on the DePuy hip implant recall. You can also receive a free online legal consultation by completing the case evaluation form, which can help determine your eligibility for a DePuy hip lawsuit. The DePuy hip litigation attorneys working with Class Action.org are offering this case review at no cost and remain dedicated to patients who have experienced problems with either recalled DePuy hip replacement device.
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