If you have suffered complications or lost a loved one after gastrointestinal (GI) surgery, such as bariatric surgery or surgery to treat colorectal cancer, a defective surgical stapler may have been the cause. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a Class I recall of Ethicon circular staplers. Endo-Surgery Curved and … [Read more...]
Johnson & Johnson Will Pay $1 Billion to Settle Hip Implant Lawsuits
In the mid 2000’s, metal-on-metal hip implants were introduced, and manufacturers claimed they were medical breakthroughs that would last much longer than traditional hip replacements and would allow patients to lead more active lives. Unlike prior implants that used hard plastic, ceramic, or stainless steel components, metal-on-metal implants used … [Read more...]
FDA Finally Ends Practice of “Alternative Summary Reporting”
You’re not alone if you’ve never heard of “Alternative Summary Reporting.” It’s been around for decades, and the FDA has decided to finally end what many considered to be a reckless, even dangerous practice that has allowed medical device manufacturers to hide malfunctions of their devices from the public. The FDA has specific requirements for … [Read more...]
3M Earplug Lawsuits
If you served in the military between 2003 and 2015 and have suffered tinnitus and/or hearing loss after using dual-sided earplugs issued by the military, you may be able to recover substantial compensation for your injuries. Hundreds of lawsuits are now underway against 3M Company, the military contractor that supplied the defective earplugs. … [Read more...]
Textured Breast Implants and Immune System Cancer
Textured breast implants have been linked to an increased risk of developing a cancer of the immune system called breast implant associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA ALCL). Although it is a highly treatable form of lymphoma, it can be difficult to diagnose because it is a rare form of cancer with symptoms that mimic other breast problems. … [Read more...]
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