DePuy Hip Implants Recalled The manufacturers of DePuy Hip Implants, Johnson & Johnson, recently admitted that new data shows its ASR XL Acetabular System and DePuy ASR Hip Resurfacing System are prone to early failure. DePuy has issued a voluntary recall for the hip implants. The U.S Food and Drug Administration has received more than 400 complaints from patients with the devices prior to the recall. On August 26, 2010, DePuy notified doctors and patients that it is recalling up to 93,000 defective hip implants. In fact, the current failure rate is 12-13% - meaning one in eight people will need to get a second hip replacement. Therefore, more than 11,000 people may need to undergo a second hip replacement procedure by 2014. Details of the Recall The DePuy hip recall only involves the ASR Hip Replacement Systems, specifically the DePuy ASR XL Acetabular and DePuy ASR Hip Resurfacing Systems sold in between 2005 and 2009. The DePuy ASR Hip Resurfacing System was not approved for use in the United States, so most Americans need only be concerned if they have a DePuy ASR XL Acetabular Hip Replacement System. DePuy began phasing out the ASR line of hip replacement systems late last year. If you had surgery prior to July 2003, the hip you received does not qualify for the recall. Symptoms of Defective DePuy Hip Implants Initial symptoms of defective implants include swelling, pain and even difficulty walking. Persistent symptoms can signal a loose implant, fracture of the bone around it, or dislocation of the implant’s ball and socket. Schedule a consultation with your surgeon to evaluate how your hip is functioning. If You’ve Been Using DePuy Hip Implants If you or someone you know has a DePuy Hip Implant and note any of the symptoms above, you should contact your physician immediately. In addition, you should contact an experienced products liability lawyer to review the facts of your case, and help determine if you have a claim. You can receive compensation for your injuries if they are directly caused by a DePuy Hip Implant that was surgically inserted by a doctor. Contact O’Hanlon, McCollom & Demerath today for a free consultation.

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