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Over 140,000 Exactech hip, knee and ankle implants have been recalled due to packaging errors that can lead to the breakdown of parts vital to the device’s function.
If you or a loved one suffered injuries from an Exactech implant device, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
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Some Exactech hip implants have been recalled following reports of injury due to a product defect. Exactech hip replacement lawsuit filed on behalf of injured
Over 140,000 Exactech hip, knee and ankle implants have been recalled because of packaging errors that can lead to the breakdown of parts vital to the device’s function.
The result of these errors could be costly revision surgery and the risk of further injury.
If you or a loved one suffered injuries resulting from an Exactech hip replacement device, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
Contact TorHoerman Law for a free, no-obligation consultation to see if you qualify for an Exactech hip replacement lawsuit.
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Defective packaging errors have been found to cause oxidation of polyethylene insert components.
Oxidation of these polyethylene inserts can lead to their degradation in the body, potentially exposing patients to numerous adverse health effects and calling for the need of corrective revision surgery.
Exactech Hip Replacement Recalls
The Exactech recall covers implant products dating back to as early as 2004.
Parts of a hip replacement or hip implant usually include:
Stem: a metal or synthetic piece that fits onto the top of a thigh bone
Hip cup: a socket-like component, also made from metal or synthetic materials, fits into a pelvis and holds the liner
Liner: placed into the hip cup and made from plastic, polyethylene, or other materials. The liner acts as a replacement for hip socket cartilage
Ball: placed at the top of the stem, acts as a replacement for the top portion of the thigh bone
Liners, typically made of plastics like polyethylene, have historically been the weak link of a hip replacement.
Because of constant friction, liners tend to wear down over time.
In the case of the Exactech hip recall, liners have been found to be prematurely weakened because of packaging defects.
Recalled Exactech Hip Replacement Liner Injuries
Injuries or symptoms related to defective hip replacement liners can be minor or extremely serious, and these injuries typically progress in severity over time.
While people with defective Exactech hip liners may feel most pain in their hip and midsection, they may also experience pain, swelling, and instability in other joints that retain pressure from altered posture.
Patients with defective hip liners could experience other complications apart from pain and fatigue.
Arthritis onset by wear-and tear on bones, osteoarthritis, osteolysis, synovitis, and more are possible when dealing with a defective or degrading hip replacement liner.
Injuries or symptoms associated with defective hip liners include:
Pain and swelling on hips or midsection
Extreme discomfort around hips and other body parts and joints (back, knees, ankles, shoulders)
Feelings or sounds of grinding or clicking in hips
Difficulty walking, standing up, or lying down
Instability, soreness and posture changes that result in further pain
Possibility of infection
What is Corrective Revision Surgery?
Corrective revision surgery may be necessary in the case a recalled Exactech hip liner must be removed.
Revision surgery concerns the removal of a defective hip replacement liner, and replacing it with a structurally sound alternative.
Corrective surgery can be difficult for patients.
To have one surgery completed and end up hurting you is one thing, but to have to undergo corrective revision surgery years later to fix the issue can be extremely hard on one’s body and mind.
As you determine what course of action is right for you in fixing the potential issues with your hip replacement, ask an experienced medical professional what exactly corrective revision surgery entails.
What Medical Conditions are Linked to Faulty Exactech Hip Replacement Liners?
Defective Exactech hip implant liners, which can degrade and give way, may also lead to various health conditions and adverse health effects.
The following two (2) medical conditions have been linked to faulty Exactech Hip Replacement Liners:
General Information on Hip, Knee and Ankle Replacements
Hip, knee and ankle replacements are relatively popular surgeries in the United States.
Certain medical issues like arthritis can cause the degradation of cartilage and cause immense pain.
Doctors will often recommend the insertion of implants or other medical devices to ease pain and help with the structural integrity of the joint.
Why are Joint Replacements Needed?
The most common need for joint replacements stem from osteoarthritis, the most common type of arthritis.
Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage in joints wears down over time, leading to symptoms including bone loss, trouble walking or changing position, and more.
Rheumatoid arthritis is another type of arthritis that often calls for surgeries like knee replacements, ankle replacements, and total hip replacements.
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in which the body mistakenly attacks its own joint tissue, and in late stages, renders joints inoperable and can affect other parts of the body.
Osteonecrosis is the disruption of blood flow to joints, often resulting in the death of bone tissue and the collapse of a joint.
Osteonecrosis can lead to arthritis and bone loss.
Filing an Exactech Hip Replacement Lawsuit
The Civil Litigation Process is very time-consuming and requires keen attention to detail as well as extensive knowledge of legal jargon.
The process of a civil lawsuit can be overwhelming for those who are already having to deal with coping with complications and trauma from their Exactech hip injury.
With the help of an experienced law firm, you should begin gathering evidence that will support your claim in court.
The amount of compensation that you may be awarded can differ depending on your ability to provide evidence and prove that Exactech is liable for injuries that you have suffered.
You will also need to be able to demonstrate that you attempted to treat your injuries to the best of your ability.
Evidence includes any documentation or records pertaining to your defective Exactech implant and your subsequent injuries.
Evidence may include:
Photos and videos
Witness statements
Medical records
Medical bills
Incident reports
Lost wages as a result of the injury and medical care
Contact an attorney who is experienced in personal injury cases to gain personalized insight as to what evidence should be collected in order to build a strong case.
Mitigating Injuries
Mitigation is a critical element to any personal injury claim.
If you wait too long and the statute of limitations of your case expires, you may not be eligible to file a lawsuit or receive any compensation.
Proper steps to mitigation include:
Receiving an official injury diagnoses
Seeking medical treatment for injury
Following your doctor’s orders
Discussing revision surgery, if you doctor says it is safe and in your best interest
Doing everything in your power to minimize the extent of your injuries
Mitigation is one of the most important steps in building a strong, honest claim.
“Frondlike Synovitis on MRI and Correlation With Polyethylene Surface Damage of Total Knee Arthroplasty.” Musculoskeletal Imaging: Original Research, American Journal of Roentgenology, Oct. 2017, https://www.ajronline.org/doi/pdf/10.2214/AJR.16.17040
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