What Other Mesh Products Are Being Investigated?

In addition to Ethicon Physiomesh and Atrium C-QUR, we are also investigating the following mesh products: Bard, including but not limited to: Kugel 3D Max Visilex Spermatex Ventralight ST Sepramesh Sepramesh IP PerFix Plug Marlex Composite Marlex Generic Bard mesh Composix (including E/X) Covidien, including but not limited to: Parietene ... read more?

How Can You Tell If a Mesh Implant Has Failed?

Patients with a failed C-QUR mesh, Physiomesh, Bard, or other mesh products may experience the following complications: InfectionSevere PainRecurrent HerniasContraction of the MeshAdhesion to the IntestineBowel BlockageGranulomaBowel perforationFistulaCalcification of meshMigration ... read more?

What is the problem with Paragard IUD?

Designed to be easily reversible, unfortunately the Paragard hormone-free IUD has caused serious issues for women upon removal.  Patients and physicians are learning the IUD arm(s) may easily break while attempting to retrieve and remove the device.  The IUD arm may become lost in the body, requiring scans or other imaging to locate the device fragments.  In serious cases, a hysterectomy or... read more?

Do I Need a Paragard IUD Attorney?

Sadly, this defective design has caused not only physical trauma to women, but also emotional trauma.  Plaintiffs attorneys have filed 100+ lawsuits, and we anticipate many more to follow. Only you can decide if you would like to take legal action.  However, be aware there is a LIMITED TIME to file a claim.  If you experienced Paragard IUD arm breakage at removal, you may want to consider legal... read more?

What is the history of knee replacement devices?

In 1973, Zimmer Holdings, Inc. introduced the first metal and plastic knee replacement device. Since 1995, more than 1.45 million knee systems have been implanted in patients in the United States. In 2009 alone, domestic sales aone totaled more than a billion dollars. To date, Zimmer remains the most successful manufacturer, primarily because of its popular “NexGen” models.
There are several... read more?

What are the potential complications of revision surgery?

The potential complications of revision surgery are themselves painful and debilitating, and can result in permanent damage or even death: Complications from anesthesiaThrombophlebitis (blood clots in the legs)InfectionMyositis ossificans (calcium deposits in soft tissue around the knee joint, causing inflammation of muscles where they meet the bone)Loosening where a metal component or cement... read more?

What are the symptoms of knee replacement or implant problems?

Some of the symptoms associated with failure of these devices include: Loosening of the attachment between the bone and artificial device, which occurs in both cemented and uncemented artificial jointsPainful stiffness or infectionFractures near the artificial jointInstabilityWear and tear on plastic partsBreakage, especially metal breaks from constant weight-bearing stress ... read more?