Defective Medical Devices and Products
Doctors and patients expect that the medical products they rely on for life and health will work as intended. They expect the manufacturer to have properly designed and tested medical devices and medical products before they sell them for use in the high-risk environment of a hospital ward or surgical unit.
Unfortunately, every year new product defects are found in medical devices, leading to patient injury and death. Some of the most recent lawsuits alleging a product defect include:
- 3M earplugs: Soldiers in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan allege they developed hearing loss and tinnitus as a result of defective 3M earplugs.
- Talcum Powder: Women who used talcum powder allege it caused ovarian cancer.
- MegaDyne Electrodes: Doctors who used these devices during surgery claim that Johnson & Johnson, the manufacturer, didnt warn them the electrodes could cause serious burns. There is a product recall.
- Transvaginal Mesh: More than 20,000 women joined a lawsuit for complications resulting from the use of transvaginal mesh. While the class action lawsuit is closed, women can still file lawsuits in state courts.
- Stryker and DePuy Hip Replacement devices
- DePuy Synthes 4.5mm VA-LCP Curved Condylar Plate: Studies of the product have shown a high failure rate and more complications.
- Allergan textured breast implants: Patients say the manufacturer failed to warn them of an increased risk of anaplastic large cell lymphoma, or BIA-ALCL.
- Abiomed Impella Heart Pumps: The product has been recalled, and litigation is in the early stages.
- Amplatzer Steerable Delivery Sheath: Complications from its use during heart surgery has led to a product recall.
- Bard PowerPort: There are claims that this product can increase the risk of organ damage, infection, and blood clots.
Recalled Medical Devices
The FDA has issued recalls for several of the listed devices, but that does not mean people whove suffered injuries cant file a lawsuit against the manufacturer.
Some of these devices are used only during surgery. You may not even be aware that it was used in your treatment. If you are experiencing problems, talk with your doctor or surgeon. Click the recall link to see what devices have been recalled. Explain your symptoms and inquire if they could be the result of a medical device.
Then call one of our medical device injury attorneys for a free initial consultation: 877-Ted-Lyon / 877-833-5966.
Do You Have a Case?
The Law Firm of Ted B. Lyon & Associates is uniquely positioned to help people with court cases against medical device manufacturers. Our medical device injury attorneys have the resources needed to bring large-scale lawsuits. We work with investigators, medical professionals, and forensic experts to prepare your case for court.
We have a 50+ year track record of successful verdicts and settlements. Weve brought lawsuits against some of the biggest names in American industry.
Call a Defective Medical Device Lawyer
To schedule a free initial consultation, call The Law Firm of Ted B. Lyon & Associates at 877-Ted-Lyon / 877-833-5966 or contact us via email. We handle medical device litigation cases on a contingency fee basis. That means we only earn a legal fee if we win your case. Home and hospital consultations are available if you are unable to visit our office.
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