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FaceBook comment from Stuart Cain – DePuy ASR victim – re Smith & Nephew BHR

April 13, 2014

Stuart Cain I was very interested to hear my surgeon say today that the Birmingham cases he is seeing are now …

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Sex hormone levels predict joint replacement

April 13, 2014

Sex hormone levels predict joint replacement | Rheumatology Update. Sex hormone levels predict joint replacement 11 April, 2014 Hugo Wilcken …

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WTF Files – Botched op victim pays for her own repair (is NZ third world?)

April 13, 2014

Source and full article: Botched op victim pays for her own repair – National News | TVNZ. Botched op victim pays …

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That Must Be Bob. I Hear His New Hip Squeaking. – NYTimes.com

April 8, 2014

Source and full article: That Must Be Bob. I Hear His New Hip Squeaking. – NYTimes.com. That Must Be Bob. I …

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Transvaginal Mesh Patient Awarded $1.2 Million in Ethicon Mesh Lawsuit

April 6, 2014

Source & Full text: Transvaginal Mesh Patient Awarded $1.2 Million in Ethicon Mesh Lawsuit, Announces Baron and Budd – MarketWatch. Trial …

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Christine’s Story – Smith and Nephew continue to deny the pain and suffering they cause

April 6, 2014

I had a Birmingham Hip Resurfacing in 2004, I was 45 years old, weighed 51kg. Except for osteoarthritis I was …

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Woman asks why Airedale A&E failed to see broken hip (From Craven Herald)

March 22, 2014

Woman asks why Airedale A&E failed to see broken hip (From Craven Herald). Woman asks why Airedale A&E failed to …

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It is safe to drive four weeks after total hip replacement surgery

March 16, 2014

Source: It is safe to drive four weeks after total hip replacement surgery | totalhealth. It is safe to drive four …

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Losing or gaining weight after joint replacement affects how well patients do

March 16, 2014

Source & full article: Losing or gaining weight after joint replacement affects how well patients do. While many overweight patients have …

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Medical device firms push to comply with new FDA rules

March 16, 2014

Source & full article: Medical device firms push to comply with new FDA rules. Medical device firms push to comply with …

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Arthroprosthetic Cobaltism — OrthopaedicPrinciples.com

March 16, 2014

Source & full article here: Arthroprosthetic Cobaltism — OrthopaedicPrinciples.com. Cobalt poisoning by hip replacement: Arthroprosthetic-Cobaltism Stephen Tower, MD, University of Alaska, …

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2.5 million Americans living with an artificial hip, 4.7 million with an artificial knee

March 15, 2014

Source & full article: 2.5 million Americans living with an artificial hip, 4.7 million with an artificial knee. 2.5 million Americans …

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New study explores outcomes of Charnley total hip replacement in patients under age 50

March 15, 2014

New study explores outcomes of Charnley total hip replacement in patients under age 50. New study explores outcomes of Charnley …

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Intra-articular injection prior to THA linked with infection, early revision | Orthopedics

March 12, 2014

Source and full article: Intra-articular injection prior to THA linked with infection, early revision | Orthopedics. Intra-articular injection prior to THA …

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Number of DePuy Pinnacle Hip Replacement Lawsuits Increase with Federal Litigation Exceeding 5,700 Claims, the Rottenstein Law Group LLP Reports – Press Release – Digital Journal

March 9, 2014

Number of DePuy Pinnacle Hip Replacement Lawsuits Increase with Federal Litigation Exceeding 5,700 Claims, the Rottenstein Law Group LLP Reports …

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US law Firm taking S&N cases

March 9, 2014

I get quite a few enquiries re S&N problems and the reluctance of law firms to take on S&N cases. …

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WTF Files: More patients sue Canberra surgeon Richard Hocking

March 3, 2014

More patients sue Canberra surgeon Richard Hocking. More patients sue Canberra surgeon Richard Hocking   Date  March 2, 2014 Phillip …

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Docs for Hip and Knee Warranties? | Safe Patient Project

March 1, 2014

Docs for Hip and Knee Warranties? | Safe Patient Project. Docs for Hip and Knee Warranties? Posted by Daniela Nuñez …

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Congressional Investigation Finds FDA’s Unprecedented Whistleblower Surveillance Program Was Unlawful

March 1, 2014

Congressional Investigation Finds FDA’s Unprecedented Whistleblower Surveillance Program Was Unlawful | The Dissenter. Congressional Investigation Finds FDA’s Unprecedented Whistleblower Surveillance …

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Who Judges the Judges….. The Jury Never Got the Chance in First Federal Transvaginal Mesh Case Against J&J

March 1, 2014

The Jury Never Got the Chance in First Federal Transvaginal Mesh Case Against J&J – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers …

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Blood cobalt levels, device type may predict metal-on-metal hip failure | Healio Mobile

March 1, 2014

Blood cobalt levels, device type may predict metal-on-metal hip failure | Healio Mobile. Blood cobalt levels, device type may predict …

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Another article trying to discredit MoM patients…

March 1, 2014

It seems the big Orthopaedic companies are working behind the scenes to counter the obvious fallout from cobalt toxicity caused …

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younger patients able to have total hip replacement surgery thanks to hip implant advances

March 1, 2014

Source: younger patients able to have total hip replacement surgery thanks to hip implant advances | Health | Life & Style …

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The Power of Money…

March 1, 2014

Report published by Surgeon PAID by the big Orthopaedic companies who have harmed hundreds of thousands with their hip resurfacing …

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Metal on Metal Implants – MP4 Video

March 1, 2014

Metal on Metal Implants – MP4 Video. Harmed patient and orthopedic surgeon Dr. Stephen Tower speaks about the metal toxicity …

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Pensioner waits nine years for hip replacement

February 23, 2014

Source article – full text – Pensioner waits nine years for hip replacement – News – Roundup – Articles – Westmeath …

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Zimmer Facing Another Faulty Product Lawsuit

February 23, 2014

Source article for – full text: Zimmer Facing Another Faulty Product Lawsuit | Stacey Page Online. Zimmer Facing Another Faulty Product …

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Total Hip Replacement News – a Facebook Page

February 23, 2014

I just wanted to highlight that when I set up the Earlsview Blog I also set up a Facebook page …

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How does the FDA ‘approve’ medical products? – Medical News Today

February 22, 2014

Source article for full text: How does the FDA ‘approve’ medical products? – Medical News Today. How does the FDA ‘approve’ …

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Liars & Cheats File: Johnson & Johnson Did Mishandle Documents

February 12, 2014

Source: Johnson & Johnson Did Mishandle Documents – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts. Johnson & Johnson Did …

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3D-printed hip implant lets teenager walk again

February 11, 2014

Source: 3D-printed hip implant lets teenager walk again. 3D-printed hip implant lets teenager walk again By Nick Lavars  February 9, 2014 The 3D-printed …

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Elderly woman’s concerns ‘not listened to properly’ before death – coroner – National – NZ Herald News

February 8, 2014

Elderly woman’s concerns ‘not listened to properly’ before death – coroner – National – NZ Herald News. By Patrice Dougan …

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Cobaltemia and Cobaltism are common in Alaskans with failed Metal-metal Hips

February 8, 2014

Cobaltemia and Cobaltism are common in Alaskans with failed Metal-metal Hips by Dr Stephen Tower Introduction Systemic cobalt poisoning from …

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As Seen on TV, a Medical Mystery Involving Hip Implants Is Solved – NYTimes.com

February 8, 2014

Source: As Seen on TV, a Medical Mystery Involving Hip Implants Is Solved – NYTimes.com. As Seen on TV, a Medical …

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Hip implant payout tops $50 million

February 8, 2014

Source: Hip implant payout tops $50 million | The Journal Gazette. Hip implant payout tops $50 million – 800 part of Biomet …

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3D Printing Offers Solution For Joint Replacement

February 6, 2014

Source: 3D Printing Offers Solution For Joint Replacement ENGINEERING.com. 3D Printing Offers Solution For Joint Replacement Kyle Maxey posted on February 04, …

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DePuy ASR Lawsuit News: Federal Judge Issues Order Pertaining to DePuy ASR Settlement, Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reports – Press Release – Digital Journal

February 5, 2014

Source: DePuy ASR Lawsuit News: Federal Judge Issues Order Pertaining to DePuy ASR Settlement, Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reports – Press Release …

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Biomet reaches $56 million settlement over faulty hip replacements | Reuters

February 5, 2014

Source: Biomet reaches $56 million settlement over faulty hip replacements | Reuters. Biomet reaches $56 million settlement over faulty hip replacements …

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Nearly 5,600 DePuy Pinnacle Hip Lawsuits Now Pending Litigation

February 5, 2014

Source: DePuy Pinnacle Lawsuit News: Nearly 5,600 DePuy Pinnacle Hip Lawsuits Now Pending in Federal Multidistrict Litigation, Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reports …

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HRT reduces need for arthroplasty

February 3, 2014

HRT reduces need for arthroplasty | Endocrinology Update. 3 February, 2014 Hugo Wilcken Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) taken regularly after …

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Blood cobalt levels, device type may predict metal-on-metal hip failure | Orthopedics

February 2, 2014

Blood cobalt levels, device type may predict metal-on-metal hip failure | Orthopedics. Blood cobalt levels, device type may predict metal-on-metal …

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Women less likely than men to have hip replacement

February 1, 2014

Women less likely than men to have hip replacement | Rheumatology Update. 31 January, 2014 Michael Woodhead  One in ten …

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Aussie study finds new stem cell source | SBS News

February 1, 2014

Aussie study finds new stem cell source | SBS News. Stem cells from discarded hip replacement tissue could help people …

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Elevated Cobalt Levels – Indicator for Revision

January 19, 2014

The clinical implications of elevated blood metal ion concentrations in asymptomatic patients with MoM hip resurfacings: a cohort study David J Langton, Raghavendra …

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Vaginal Mesh Implants – Guest Post by Agnes Jimenez

January 14, 2014

Vaginal Mesh Implant: Important Things You Need To Know Before Having a Surgery Vaginal mesh surgery steams has been a …

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Hell just froze over…

January 13, 2014

Better late than never! Organized American orthopedics has just recognized that a blood cobalt level of 10 mcg/Liter  (same as …

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Stu’s New Years Message

January 8, 2014

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL MY FELLOW HIPSTERS!   I couldn’t let this time of year pass without sending out …

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Happy New Year from Australia

December 31, 2013

2014 will be a better year! It’s hard to believe that another year has come and gone – now 6 …

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2013 in review

December 31, 2013

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2013 annual report for this blog. Here’s an excerpt: The Louvre Museum has …

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Dr Steve speaks on MoM Hip problems and Hips in general

December 1, 2013

Dr Stephen Tower talks about hips and MoM problems   This is a one hour talk. Consumer’s Union had Dr …

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Lise’s story – another DePuy Victim

November 22, 2013

Lise’s Story – all too common I came across this story recently – and a very useful website you might …

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OUT OF CONTROL – Johnson & Johnson Fined $2.2 Billion for Reckless Drug Distribution

November 20, 2013

Johnson & Johnson Fined $2.2 Billion for Reckless Drug Distribution – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts. …

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Johnson & Johnson – It ALL about the MONEY – NOT Patients…

November 20, 2013

Johnson & Johnson to Offer $2.5 Billion Hip Device Settlement – NYTimes.com. Johnson & Johnson to Offer $2.5 Billion Hip …

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The Myth of the Medical-Device Tax

November 15, 2013

The Myth of the Medical-Device Tax WASHINGTON — IN the last few days of negotiations in Congress, repeal of the …

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Johnson & Johnson Said to Agree to $4 Billion Settlement Over Hip Implants

November 14, 2013

Johnson & Johnson Said to Agree to $4 Billion Settlement Over Hip Implants Andrew Testa for The New York Times …

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Consumer Reports Urges a Lemon Law For Joint Replacements

October 18, 2013

Consumer Reports Urges a Lemon Law For Joint Replacements by Christy Rakoczy, a J.D. Manufacturers of hip and knee replacement …

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WaPo eyes FDA access-peddling by academics

October 9, 2013

10:47 AM – October 7, 2013 WaPo eyes FDA access-peddling by academics http://www.cjr.org/the_audit/the_post_watchdogs_big_pharma.php?page=all&print=true At $25,000 a pop, a chance for …

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FiDA Failed Implant Device Alliance: Exposed! : Secret Medical Device Payments to Doctors

October 6, 2013

FiDA Failed Implant Device Alliance: Exposed! : Secret Medical Device Payments to Doctors. Exposed! : Secret Medical Device Payments to …

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Scott’s Biomet agony – and now relief with it gone…

September 30, 2013

Good Morning Earl, I have been battling my Biomet Magnum M2A hip since it was implanted some eight years ago.. …

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CIHI Study Reveals Problems with Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants

September 24, 2013

CIHI Study Reveals Problems with Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants On July 18, 2013, the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI) released …

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America – the land of the brave and “ripped off”…

August 6, 2013

PAYING TILL IT HURTS A Trip Abroad; Part 3: Joint Replacement; For Medical Tourists, Simple Math By ELISABETH ROSENTHAL | Published: August 3, 2013 New …

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Frans story – DePuy ASR and then Blood Cancer

July 28, 2013

I had a Depuy Pinnacle (MOM) total hip replacement in Dec. 2007 due to osteoarthritis at the age of 56. …

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Stuart Cain speaks out re DePuy Hell – Meet The Press, Episode 22, Sunday July 21 | News.com.au

July 26, 2013

Meet The Press, Episode 22, Sunday July 21 | News.com.au. Stuart Cain talks about his horrific time post DePuy ASR …

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GOOD NEWS —- Smith & Nephew Hip Lawsuit News: Illinois Federal Judge Rejects Preemption in Smith & Nephew Hip Replacement Case, Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reports – Watch List News

July 25, 2013

Smith & Nephew Hip Lawsuit News: Illinois Federal Judge Rejects Preemption in Smith & Nephew Hip Replacement Case, Bernstein Liebhard …

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Just Remember it is all Your Fault!!!

July 20, 2013

Just remember patients, this is actually your fault! I have just read with great interest Howard’s response to the letter …

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Data show hip replacement revision rate low, though higher with metal-on-metal – Winnipeg Free Press

July 20, 2013

Data show hip replacement revision rate low, though higher with metal-on-metal – Winnipeg Free Press. Data show hip replacement revision …

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Smith & Nephew Letter

July 20, 2013

Comments from Howard Here is the letter – Smith & Nephew Letter 5-6-2009 1. Smith & Nephew failed to include the …

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Hips keep you humble

July 11, 2013

Hips certainly keep you humble. As I have mentioned to a few readers, I am fast approaching the need for …

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Metal on Metal Long Term Risks Confirmed

June 30, 2013

Metal-on-Metal Hip Prostheses and Systemic Health: A Cross-Sectional Association Study 8 Years after Implantation Patients with well-functioning metal-on-metal (MoM) hip …

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Where has Earl gone?

June 21, 2013

Hi everyone, I haven’t been around much due to work and health pressures. I have been setting up a new …

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Hillary’s Story – Resurfacing Nightmare

May 26, 2013

The following is a statement from Hilary Dingwall-Fordyce regarding the hip resurfacing she underwent in May 2007 In May of …

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Smith and Nephew Hip Replacement Newsletter

May 6, 2013

Smith and Nephew Hip Replacement Newsletter. Smith and Nephew Motion to Consolidate Levin Papantonio has filed a motion to consolidate …

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Smith and Nephew Hip Replacement LawyersSmith and Nephew Hip Replacement Lawyers

May 6, 2013

Smith and Nephew Hip Replacement LawyersSmith and Nephew Hip Replacement Lawyers. Smith and Nephew metal-on-metal hip implants are currently affecting …

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Smith and Nephew: Motion to Consolidate | Smith and Nephew Hip Replacement LawyersSmith and Nephew Hip Replacement Lawyers

May 6, 2013

Smith and Nephew: Motion to Consolidate | Smith and Nephew Hip Replacement LawyersSmith and Nephew Hip Replacement Lawyers. Apr-9-2013 IN …

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Hanna’s Story – another Smith & Nephew BHR tale of disaster

May 4, 2013

My name is Hanna Viner, I am 61 years old and I live in Sydney, Australia. I had recently a …

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Stuart Cain – Just Another One of ‘Those Days’!

May 2, 2013

Just Another One of ‘Those Days’! My apologies for not getting back to anyone I owe a reply to, please …

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For J&J, a hip lawsuit trial victory – FierceMedicalDevices

April 18, 2013

For J&J, a hip lawsuit trial victory – FierceMedicalDevices. After losing two jury trials, Johnson & Johnson/DePuy can now celebrate the …

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Paige’s Hunger Strike – cancelled on legal advice

April 17, 2013

Hi everyone I took down Paige’s page earlier today at the request of her son as he advised that Paige …

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Mike’s Stryker problems ruin his life

April 7, 2013

I am a 59 year old American male who has always taken pretty good care of myself. I did develop …

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How coral can help you grow a new knee | Mail Online

April 7, 2013

How coral can help you grow a new knee | Mail Online. How coral can help you grow a new …

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HarrisMartin – Article – Trial Judge Reduces Final Judgment in DePuy ASR Hip Case to $8.26 Million

April 7, 2013

HarrisMartin – Article – Trial Judge Reduces Final Judgment in DePuy ASR Hip Case to $8.26 Million. Trial Judge Reduces …

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The Challenge of Corrosion in Orthopaedic Implants

April 7, 2013

The Challenge of Corrosion in Orthopaedic Implants. The Challenge of Corrosion in Orthopaedic Implants Kenneth L. Urish, MD, PhD; Paul …

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Doc who designed DePuy’s metal hip tells jury he wouldn’t implant the device today | MassDevice

April 7, 2013

Doc who designed DePuy’s metal hip tells jury he wouldn’t implant the device today | MassDevice. Doc who designed DePuy’s …

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Andrew Robathan: Defence minister to sue over ‘toxic’ hip implants that left him with a tumour | Mail Online

April 7, 2013

Andrew Robathan: Defence minister to sue over ‘toxic’ hip implants that left him with a tumour | Mail Online. Defence …

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DePuy ASR Recall Lawsuit Update: Rottenstein Law Group Responds to ASR Hip Implant Designer Who Testified He Would No Longer Implant His Patients with the Device

April 7, 2013

DePuy ASR Recall Lawsuit Update: Rottenstein Law Group Responds to ASR Hip Implant Designer Who Testified He Would No Longer …

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Stryker ABG II Hip Lawsuit – Device Recall and Rejuvenate Claims

April 7, 2013

Stryker ABG II Hip Lawsuit – Device Recall and Rejuvenate Claims. First Federal Stryker ABG II Hip Lawsuit Filed in …

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Study: Metal Hip Pain and Tissue Damage – Stryker Rejuvenate Hip Implant

April 7, 2013

Study: Metal Hip Pain and Tissue Damage – Stryker Rejuvenate Hip Implant. Study: Metal Hip Pain and Tissue Damage The …

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Surgeon Says Recalled Stryker Metal Hip Implant May Fail Half the Time

April 7, 2013

Surgeon Says Recalled Stryker Metal Hip Implant May Fail Half the Time. Surgeon Says Recalled Stryker Metal Hip Implant May …

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ASME DC | Journal of Medical Devices | Battery-Less Wireless Instrumented Knee Implant

April 7, 2013

ASME DC | Journal of Medical Devices | Battery-Less Wireless Instrumented Knee Implant. Battery-Less Wireless Instrumented Knee Implant J. Holmberg, L. …

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J&J pressured to settle Australian hip lawsuits – FierceMedicalDevices

March 27, 2013

J&J pressured to settle Australian hip lawsuits – FierceMedicalDevices. J&J pressured to settle Australian hip lawsuits March 26, 2013 | …

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Conflict of Interest of “industry experts” – Open letter from Dr Steve to Dr Frick…

March 24, 2013

Friday, March 8, 2013 Steven L. Frick, MD Central Program Commitee Chair, 2013 Annual meeting AAOS Dear Dr. Frick, Please …

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Signs Your Hip Implants Are Hurting You

March 24, 2013

Signs Your Hip Implants Are Hurting You by Bethany Johansson Our hips are an important part of the human body. A …

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Profile of an FDA critic: Q&A with patient safety advocate Dr. Robert Hauser | MassDevice

March 24, 2013

Profile of an FDA critic: Q&A with patient safety advocate Dr. Robert Hauser | MassDevice. March 11, 2013 by Arezu …

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Stuart Cain Reports – A Warning for all MOM Patients – It is NEVER over, and your health is never, ever going to be the same!

March 18, 2013

A Warning for all MOM Patients – It is NEVER over, and your health is never, ever going to be …

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VICTORY FOR MoM Sufferer – Johnson & – Johnson Ordered to Pay $8.3 Million in Hip Implant Case – NYTimes.com

March 9, 2013

Johnson & – Johnson Ordered to Pay $8.3 Million in Hip Implant Case – NYTimes.com. VICTORY & JUSTICE: J.&J. Loses …

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Metal on Metal Hips – New Video • Lampkin & Co Solicitors

March 6, 2013

Metal on Metal Hips – New Video • Lampkin & Co Solicitors. Metal on Metal Hips – New Video Posted …

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Safety Communications FDA Safety Communication: Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants

March 5, 2013

Safety Communications FDA Safety Communication: Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants. FDA Safety Communication: Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants Date Issued: Jan. 17, 2013 Audience: Orthopaedic …

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DePuy ASR Trial – Closing Arguments – Trial plaintiff says J&J hips defective, company says not liable

March 5, 2013

Trial plaintiff says J&J hips defective, company says not liable. Trial plaintiff says J&J hips defective, company says not liable …

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Some Justice at Last – Damages top $11M against J&J in vaginal-implant lawsuit | MedCity News

March 5, 2013

Damages top $11M against J&J in vaginal-implant lawsuit | MedCity News. Damages top $11M against J&J in vaginal-implant lawsuit March …

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Smith & Nephew Hip Implant Patient Diagnosed with Metallosis

March 5, 2013

Smith & Nephew Hip Implant Patient Diagnosed with Metallosis. Smith & Nephew Hip Implant Patient Diagnosed with Metallosis March 3, …

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Oh Really … Why am I not believing you?…. Hip Replacement Device – NYTimes.com

March 5, 2013

Hip Replacement Device – NYTimes.com. Oh Really Mr DePuy – are we as stupid as you look?  Published: March 4, …

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Biomet M2a Metal Hip destroys 46 year olds life…

March 5, 2013

by Viki I am so very happy to have discovered your website!  My husband had a total hip replacement in Aug …

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Bullshit and Jellybeans at its finest – 100 workers job losses at Smith & Nephew blamed on Obamacare – Washington Times

March 5, 2013

Latest Obamacare casualty: 100 workers at Smith & Nephew – Washington Times. BS R US – Latest Obamacare casualty: 100 …

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FDA cracks down on all-metal hip replacements

March 4, 2013

http://news.consumerreports.org/health/2013/01/fda-cracks-down-on-all-metal-hip-replacements.html FDA cracks down on all-metal hip replacements Manufacturers who want to keep selling all-metal hips will have to prove …

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Open Letter – Surgeon-industry COI and the CME content of AAOS 2013 addressing MoM hip complications.

March 3, 2013

Surgeon-industry COI and the CME content of AAOS 2013 addressing MoM hip complications. By Stephen Tower, Orthopedic SurgeonAffiliated Professor UAA …

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J&J Profit Pursuit Led to Defective Hip, Lawyer Argues – Bloomberg

March 2, 2013

J&J Profit Pursuit Led to Defective Hip, Lawyer Argues – Bloomberg. J&J Profit Pursuit Led to Defective Hip, Lawyer Argues …

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New Design Could Reduce Complications in Hip Replacement : Saint Louis University Newslink : SLU

March 2, 2013

New Design Could Reduce Complications in Hip Replacement : Saint Louis University Newslink : SLU. February Riya V. Anandwala 314.977.8018 …

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Stryker Encourages Monitoring of Australian Rejuvenate and ABG II Hip Recipients – February 25, 2013

March 2, 2013

Stryker Encourages Monitoring of Australian Rejuvenate and ABG II Hip Recipients – February 25, 2013. The July 2012 recall of …

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J&J gambled on hip implant safety, lawyer alleges – latimes.com

March 2, 2013

J&J gambled on hip implant safety, lawyer alleges – latimes.com. J&J gambled on hip implant safety, lawyer alleges Johnson & …

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Inportant information about legal action on metal hip – originally posted – implantsinfo@metalhipproblems.co.uk

February 28, 2013

Source – click this link: Important information about legal action on metal hip implantsinfo@metalhipproblems.co.uk. Important information regarding legal action Published February 27, …

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Metal Debris in Patients’ Bloodstream is “Harmless,” J&J Toxicologists Say

February 28, 2013

The metal debris Johnson & Johnson (J&J)’s DePuy ASR hip implant shed into a man’s bloodstream and tissue is harmless, …

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Metal hip patients ‘need annual checks’ – Health News – Filey and Hunmanby Mercury

February 25, 2013

Metal hip patients ‘need annual checks’ – Health News – Filey and Hunmanby Mercury. Metal hip patients ‘need annual checks’ …

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Smith & Nephew Failure Warning for Birmingham Hip Implant

February 25, 2013

Smith & Nephew Failure Warning for Birmingham Hip Implant. Smith & Nephew Failure Warning for Birmingham Hip Implant September 27, …

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Recalls-R-US… Johnson & Johnson Confirms Inquiry Into Hip Devices – NYTimes.com

February 23, 2013

Johnson & Johnson Confirms Inquiry Into Hip Devices – NYTimes.com. Johnson & Johnson Confirms Inquiry Into Hip Devices By THE …

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Researchers Say DePuy Hip Ancestry Shows 510(k) Flaws | MDDI Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry News Products and Suppliers

February 23, 2013

Researchers Say DePuy Hip Ancestry Shows 510(k) Flaws | MDDI Medical Device and Diagnostic Industry News Products and Suppliers. Published: …

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DePuy Pinnacle Hip Replacement Lawsuits: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Comments on New Study Finding that Hip Replacement Failure More Likely in Women

February 23, 2013

DePuy Pinnacle Hip Replacement Lawsuits: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Comments on New Study Finding that Hip Replacement Failure More Likely in …

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RLG Responds to Report of Higher Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacement Failure Rates in Women

February 23, 2013

RLG Responds to Report of Higher Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacement Failure Rates in Women. RLG Responds to Report of Higher Metal-on-Metal …

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DePuy ASR Hip Recipient Feared for His Life before Revision Surgery

February 23, 2013

DePuy ASR Hip Recipient Feared for His Life before Revision Surgery. DePuy ASR Hip Recipient Feared for His Life before …

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Bullshit-R-Us …. J&J’s Toxicologist Says Metal From Recalled Hip Harmless – Bloomberg

February 23, 2013

J&J’s Toxicologist Says Metal From Recalled Hip Harmless – Bloomberg. J&J’s Toxicologist Says Metal From Recalled Hip Harmless By Maurice …

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Yeah, right…. J&J’s Floyd Says Hip Sales Halted for Business Reasons – Bloomberg

February 23, 2013

J&J’s Floyd Says Hip Sales Halted for Business Reasons – Bloomberg. J&J’s Floyd Says Hip Sales Halted for Business Reasons …

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Iowa Resident Brings Suit Against Stryker For Damages Caused By Recalled Hip Implant – News Press Release | PharmiWeb.com

February 23, 2013

Iowa Resident Brings Suit Against Stryker For Damages Caused By Recalled Hip Implant – News Press Release | PharmiWeb.com. Iowa …

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Cobalt Levels After Hip Revision

February 23, 2013

This video is a good one – talks about what can be expected after revision of your metal on metal …

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Study Suggests Women Have Higher Risk of Hip Implant Failure | Center For Research

February 23, 2013

Study Suggests Women Have Higher Risk of Hip Implant Failure | Center For Research. Study Suggests Women Have Higher Risk …

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Study shows cost-effectiveness and benefits to patients of early hip replacement

February 23, 2013

Study shows cost-effectiveness and benefits to patients of early hip replacement. Study shows cost-effectiveness and benefits to patients of early …

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DePuy Trial Continues Despite Talks of Settlement – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts

February 21, 2013

DePuy Trial Continues Despite Talks of Settlement – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts. DePuy Trial Continues …

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Some Surgeons Do Speak & Shout – but Those that Should Listen Don’t Hear…

February 19, 2013

By Stephen Tower Orthopedic Surgeon Affiliated Professor UAA WWAMI School of Medicine Earl, Barry Meier’s recent article in the NYT …

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Does J&J Care About People? Trials Tell Us So Much about the Groupthink of Corporations – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts

February 19, 2013

Trials Tell Us So Much about the Groupthink of Corporations – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts. …

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Conflicts of Interest and Big Pharma Exposed – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts

February 19, 2013

Conflicts of Interest and Big Pharma Exposed – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts. Conflicts of Interest …

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Recalls-R-Us – DePuy/J&J Strike Again – More Hip Trouble

February 19, 2013

DePuy Adept Recall UK Original (click the link): DePuy Adept Recall UK Product Name: ADEPT® 12/14 Modular Head (Finsbury Orthopaedics Ltd) …

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When Doctors Keep Quiet about Dangerous Hip Devices

February 19, 2013

A doctor’s note to Johnson & Johnson (J&J) executives criticizing their marketing of a dangerous metal hip device was one …

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The Hip Replacement Case Shows Why Doctors Often Remain Silent – NYTimes.com

February 17, 2013

The Hip Replacement Case Shows Why Doctors Often Remain Silent – NYTimes.com. Doctors Who Don’t Speak Out By BARRY MEIER Published: …

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Metal-on-metal hip replacement toxicity | NPS MedicineWise

February 16, 2013

Metal-on-metal hip replacement toxicity | NPS MedicineWise. Monitoring for potential toxicity in patients with metal-on-metal hip prostheses: advice … Summary …

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Business: Washington Post Business Page, Business News

February 16, 2013

Business: Washington Post Business Page, Business News. J&J’s President Visited Hip Surgeon Before Recall, Jury Told Maurice Possley, David Voreacos …

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Patients victims of untested medical devices – SFGate

February 16, 2013

Patients victims of untested medical devices – SFGate. Patients victims of untested medical devices Victoria Colliver Updated 9:21 pm, Tuesday, February …

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J&J Feared Metal Backlash Would Hurt Hip Sales, Jury Told – Bloomberg

February 16, 2013

J&J Feared Metal Backlash Would Hurt Hip Sales, Jury Told – Bloomberg. J&J Feared Metal Backlash Would Hurt Hip Sales, …

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“What a Mistake,” says DePuy Hip Recipient

February 16, 2013

“What a Mistake,” says DePuy Hip Recipient. “What a Mistake,” says DePuy Hip Recipient February 14, 2013, 01:30:00PM. By Jane …

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J&J again recalls thousands of faulty hip implants – US News and World Report

February 16, 2013

J&J again recalls thousands of faulty hip implants – US News and World Report. J&J again recalls thousands of faulty …

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Johnson & Johnson Recalls Thousands of Hip Implants – ABC News

February 15, 2013

Johnson & Johnson Recalls Thousands of Hip Implants – ABC News. BERLIN February 14, 2013 (AP) A German newspaper reports …

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Another J&J Product TRIAL… Legal News | Mesh Medical Device Newsdesk

February 13, 2013

Legal News | Mesh Medical Device Newsdesk. Another J&J Product TRIAL… follow the links for all 22 days… Legal News …

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What DePuy Orthopaedics Knew About Its All-Metal Hips – NYTimes.com

February 12, 2013

What DePuy Orthopaedics Knew About Its All-Metal Hips – NYTimes.com. EDITORIAL What a Company Knew About Its Metal Hips Published: …

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Tim’s Horror Story – DePuy has more Problems with Ceramic on Metal Pinnacle Hip – and another Surgeon shows no concern …

February 10, 2013

My name is Tim Petri. I am 46 years old and reside in The Daytona Beach Florida area. I am …

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The ‘grow your own’ hip replacements that make new bone then degrade away | Mail Online

February 10, 2013

The ‘grow your own’ hip replacements that make new bone then degrade away | Mail Online. The ‘grow your own’ …

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Health ‘Grow Your Own’ Hip Replacements Available Within a Decade UK

February 10, 2013

Health ‘Grow Your Own’ Hip Replacements Available Within a Decade UK. By Fiona Keating | February 9, 2013 4:43 PM GMT The …

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DePuy ASR Lawsuit Update: Toxicologist Testifies That Plaintiff Kransky Has High Levels of Metal in His Blood – Yahoo! Finance

February 10, 2013

DePuy ASR Lawsuit Update: Toxicologist Testifies That Plaintiff Kransky Has High Levels of Metal in His Blood – Yahoo! Finance. …

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DePuy ASR Trial Update: J&J Engineer-Suggested Redesign Meant to Minimize Metallic Debris Never Implemented, Parker Waichman LLP Reports – SFGate

February 10, 2013

DePuy ASR Trial Update: J&J Engineer-Suggested Redesign Meant to Minimize Metallic Debris Never Implemented, Parker Waichman LLP Reports – SFGate. …

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J&J metal hip failed because of toxic debris -expert at trial | Reuters

February 10, 2013

J&J metal hip failed because of toxic debris -expert at trial | Reuters. J&J metal hip failed because of toxic …

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DePuy Pinnacle Hip Lawsuits: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Notes New Order in Federal DePuy Pinnacle Litigation

February 10, 2013

DePuy Pinnacle Hip Lawsuits: Bernstein Liebhard LLP Notes New Order in Federal DePuy Pinnacle Litigation. DePuy Pinnacle Hip Lawsuits: Bernstein …

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FOI release – Metal on Metal (MoM) Hip Replacements | Transparency

February 9, 2013

FOI release – Metal on Metal (MoM) Hip Replacements | Transparency. FOI release – Metal on Metal (MoM) Hip Replacements …

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Severe Metallosis Leading to Femoral Head Perforation | Orthopedics

February 9, 2013

Severe Metallosis Leading to Femoral Head Perforation | Orthopedics. CASE REPORT Severe Metallosis Leading to Femoral Head Perforation Om Prakash …

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DePuy ASR Hip Lawsuit News: Expert Testifies on Toxicity of Metal Debris, Notes Bernstein Liebhard LLP

February 9, 2013

DePuy ASR Hip Lawsuit News: Expert Testifies on Toxicity of Metal Debris, Notes Bernstein Liebhard LLP. DePuy ASR Hip Lawsuit …

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