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Pain and Swelling After a Joint Replacement? It May Be Defective.
| May 21st, 2019
It’s common for joints in the body, including the hips and knees, to become less mobile and even fail due to certain diseases, side effects of medication, and the natural aging process. When that happens, many people turn to joint replacement surgeries to reduce their symptoms and improve their mobility. However, many joint replacements are
Read MoreDeaths, Serious Injuries Linked to Malfunctioning Surgical Staplers and Misapplied Staples
| April 9th, 2019
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently published a letter to healthcare providers warning about serious risks associated with the usage of surgical staplers and staples during and after surgical procedures. After reviewing more than 41,000 individual reports concerning the usage of the devices between Jan. 1, 2011, and March 31, 2018, the FDA
Read MoreWhy Do You Need a Lawyer After Being Harmed by a Defective Medical Product?
| March 19th, 2019
Medical devices and products are supposed to improve symptoms, decrease pain, and increase mobility for people who suffer from a variety of health problems and conditions. And while most medical devices are safe, some pose unnecessary risks to patients due to design flaws and low-quality components. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration requires that medical
Read More3 Common Symptoms of Defective Medical Devices
| February 12th, 2019
Medical devices are supposed to improve quality of life for patients. But there are always risks associated with implanting foreign objects inside the body—and when those objects are defective, the risks can become serious and potentially life-threatening. Whether it’s due to defective design, low-quality materials, or a flawed manufacturing process, a large number of defective
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