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The Paragard IUD Puts Countless Women at Risk of Serious Injuries Although more invasive than other types of birth control, intrauterine devices have a major advantage: their effectiveness. Once implanted, they’re 99% effective at preventing pregnancy for several years. However, not all women are able to use IUDs, and some women who suffered serious health problems are using a specific IUD called Paragard. Women who had (more...)

Catheter Recalled Due to Increased Risk of Injury and Death The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced that Penumbra is recalling its JET 7 Reperfusion Catheter with Xtra Flex Technology due to the risks that it poses for causing serious injuries and even death in patients who use it. The catheter is typically used for removing clots in stroke patients, but the company (more...)

Power Morcellator Cancer Lawsuits Consolidated Into Multidistrict Litigation Power morcellators are medical devices that can perform hysterectomies and other medical procedures in a less invasive manner than traditional surgical methods. However, the device lost credibility when it was discovered it can significantly increase the chances of developing cancer in some women. Researchers found that when the morcellator is used, dormant cancerous cells can (more...)

Injuries, Deaths, and IVC Filter Lawsuits Prompt Investigation Companies that manufacture medical devices are required by law to ensure the safety and proper function of their products. However, an investigation has shown that C.R. Bard, Inc.—a medical device manufacturer—may have known about risks that its Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) filter posed to patients without taking corrective action. An IVC filter is a small (more...)