DePuy Orthopaedics Recalls Two
Types of Hip Replacements
If you received a DePuy hip replacement between July 2003 and August 2010, the hip you received may have been subject to a recall. On August 26, 2010, Johnson and Johnson recalled two different types of hip replacements manufactured by DePuy Orthopaedics, a subsidiary of the company. The recalled hips include the ASR™ XL Acetabular Hip System, a traditional type of DePuy hip replacement, and the DePuy ASR™ Hip Resurfacing System, a partial hip replacement. These two types of hips have a 12 to 13 percent failure rate, much higher than the industry average. Problems occur when parts of the DePuy hip replacement loosen, causing broken bones, metal in the bloodstream and pseudotumors.
How to Determine if you are Affected
by the Recall
DePuy makes several different types of hip implants, and not all of them fall under the recall. If you are unsure what type of DePuy hip replacement you received, contact your doctor or hospital to find out. In the event that you received a recalled DePuy hip replacement, your doctor can test your hip to ensure that it is functioning correctly and determine whether you will need additional surgery. The company has promised to cover the cost of testing and treatment, so if you have a defective DePuy hip replacement, you should be entitled to receive a DePuy hip settlement.
Symptoms of a Failed DePuy Hip
Replacement System
Even if your doctor doesn’t find any problems with your DePuy hip replacement, it is important to be on the lookout for signs of a failure. These symptoms can include pain, difficulty walking and swelling that extends beyond the period immediately after surgery or returns after your surgery has healed. If you experience any of these symptoms, your DePuy hip replacement may have detached from the bone or fallen out of alignment, or you may have experienced a fracture near the site of your implant. All of these problems require immediate attention.
What to do if you have a Defective
DePuy Hip
As soon as you realize that you are implanted with a DePuy hip replacement that has been recalled, you should contact DePuy and start a claim with the company. They should be willing to cover all costs associated with your failed hip, including travel expenses and time off of work. In addition, you may want to contact a lawyer experienced in DePuy hip litigation to ensure that you receive all the compensation you are entitled to.
If you or a loved one has suffered an injury that may be related to a DePuy hip replacement, you should contact Chaffin Luhana LLP’s immediately for a free and confidential case review today. You may be entitled to compensation, and the lawyers at Chaffin Luhana can help. Call our toll free number today for a free, no-obligation case evaluation: 1-888-480-1123.
