Medical Devices Archives - Page 19 of 27

FDA Warns LASIK Providers about Lack of Risk Information

January 8, 2013 By Candelaria Leave a Comment

On December 18, the FDA sent warning letters to five LASIK providers that they are failing to provide adequate information about risks to potential patients. This targeted follow-up comes after more than three years of communication with eye care professionals about failing to give consumers adequate information to make informed decisions about … [Read more...]

Transvaginal Mesh Problems

January 8, 2013 By Candelaria Leave a Comment

Transvaginal mesh has become a symbol for all that is wrong with the current system for evaluating medical technology. The product was never thoroughly evaluated for use in pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Because of lax regulation, however, more than a hundred different transvaginal mesh products were cleared for … [Read more...]

SSRI Antidepressants and Birth Defects: Lawsuits Increase but Evidence Remains Unclear

December 3, 2012 By Candelaria Leave a Comment

Some studies suggest that when women take SSRI antidepressants, their baby may be at an increased risk for certain types of birth defects. These birth defects are mostly heart defects that may require additional surgery and may have a lifelong impact on the child. Although more and more parents are seeking compensation for these defects, further … [Read more...]

MoM Hip Replacements and Heavy Metal Poisoning

December 1, 2012 By Jonathan Rosenfeld 1 Comment

Heavy Metal Poisoning From Metal Hips Remains A Legitimate Concern For Patients With Recalled Products As more information surfaces on the medical complications associated with popular metal-on-metal (MoM) hip replacement devices, heavy metal poisoning is now a concern facing many individuals. For some people with defective metal hips produced by … [Read more...]

Steroid Injection Meningitis Outbreak Update

October 12, 2012 By E. Sizemore 4 Comments

As of our latest update (October 16th, 2012), the CDC reports 214 fungal meningitis cases in 15 states, including 15 deaths that may be associated with this recalled steroid injections. Those numbers expected to rise as more tests are performed (source). Update: The FDA has recalled ALL injectible products produced by the New England Compounding … [Read more...]