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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.
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Over 140,000 Exactech joint implants, for the hip, knee, and ankle, have been recalled because of packaging errors that can result in the degradation of parts that are vital to the device’s function and structural integrity.
The result of these errors could be costly revision surgery and the risk of further injury.
If you or a loved one suffered injuries from an Exactech knee replacement device, you may be entitled to financial compensation.
Contact TorHoerman Law to see if you qualify for an Exactech knee 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 Knee Implant Recalls
This recall covers implant products dating back to as early as 2004.
Recalled Exactech knee and ankle implant replacements include:
Optetrak (released in 1994)
Optetrak Logic (released in 2009)
Truliant (released in 2017)
Vantage (released in 2016)
To find out if your knee replacement is included in the recall, contact your doctor or orthopedic surgeon for detailed medical records.
Potential Injuries from Recalled Exactech Knee Implants
Injuries or symptoms related to faulty joint replacements can range from minor to serious, typically progressing in severity over time.
While people with defective knee implants may feel most pain in their affected knee, they can also experience pain, swelling, and instability in other joints.
Patients with faulty knee implants could experience other complications apart from pain and fatigue.
Conditions like arthritis onset by wear-and tear on bones, osteoarthritis, osteolysis, synovitis, and more are possible when dealing with a defective or degrading knee implant device.
Injuries or symptoms associated with faulty knee implant devices include:
Pain and swelling near implants and joints
Extreme discomfort near affected joints
Grinding, clicking, and other foreign noises near an affected joint
Difficulty when walking, standing up, or lying down
Instability and soreness
What is Corrective Revision Surgery?
Corrective revision surgery may be necessary in the case an Exactech knee implant needs to be removed.
Revision surgery concerns the removal of a defective knee implant or piece, 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 knee implant, ask an experienced medical professional what exactly corrective revision surgery entails.
What Medical Conditions are Linked to Faulty Exactech Knee Implants?
Defective Exactech knee implants and knee implant components, which can degrade and give way, may also lead to various health conditions and adverse health effects.
The following two (2) health conditions have been linked to faulty Exactech Knee Implants:
Synovium is the thin membrane lining around joints.
Synovitis, simply put, is tissue inflammation that can cause severe pain areas around joints, and can lead to permanent damage if left untreated.
2. Osteolysis
Osteolysis is a progressive medical condition that causes bone tissue to be destroyed.
Osteolysis is a condition that patients with Exactech implants may be susceptible to if the device degrades, and a federal lawsuit filed against the company in mid-February alleges that a patient suffered from the condition because of their Exactech hip implant.
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?
Joint replacements can be needed for a variety of reasons.
The three (3) most common reasons people may need a joint replacement are:
1. Osteoarthritis
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.
2. Rheumatoid Arthritis
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.
3. Osteonecrosis
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 Knee Implant 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 knee 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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