DePuy Hip Replacement Lawsuit
DePuy Orthopaedics, a division of Johnson & Johnson, is removing its DePuy ASR metal-on-metal hip replacement system that reportedly has a high failure rate. Our lawyers are now investigating these claims around the country.
Experts are questioning why DePuy did not recall the DePuy ASR hip replacement system because it had a design defect that made it difficult to implant the hip replacement device properly. Specifically, orthopedic doctors question whether ASR cups were not designed too shallow. Like Zimmer implants, there is a real question as to whether the lure of profits pushed DePuy to offer a "better product" without properly testing whether the device would be safe and effective.
According to the New York Times, the F.D.A. has received about 300 complaints on the ASR involving patients in the United States who received it since 2008. The vast majority of these 300 patients who received ASR hip implants had to have the device replaced, requiring another difficult operation for patients.
If you believe you may have a potential DePuy hip implant lawsuit, our lawyers are now investigating these claims. Call 800-553-8082 or get a free online consultation.
Comments
My husband is suffering two years after his Depuy Pinnacle hip replacment and is getting final MRI tomorrow to determine next steps. We are devastated that after going through the first surgery he will need another replacement.
Posted by: gab kobeck | April 19, 2010 12:23 PM
I Have recently have had hip resurfacing ( September 2009), in the UK. I have had correspondence from the Hospital I had the procedure carried out advising of potential problems, I am concerned about any future problems that may impact my health.
Regards
John Smith
Posted by: John Smith | June 29, 2010 4:23 PM
My husband had his first THA done Oct 2008 using the Depuy Pinnacle. By February 2009 he was complaining about the pain he was experiencing. This went on for 9 more months. After 2 orthopaedic surgeons clearly did not want to deal with this mess, we had to go out of state to Johns Hopkins where we learned he had metal debris causing pain, swelling & permanent tissue damage. His 2nd surgery was March 2010, unfortunately he still has serious continuous pain everyday. He just turned 50 this week. Our entire family has been devastated. He is unable to work let alone just go for a casual walk. We are seeking legal advice.
Posted by: Hope Lockhart | July 27, 2010 12:35 AM