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Open Letter from Drs Tower & Bridges to Senator Murkowski

October 7, 2019

Background: The FDA recently announced two days of hearings of the Immunology Advisory Panel relating to the auto immune and …

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Metal Hip Implants and the Failure of the FDA to Regulate Medical Devices | St. Petersburg Legal Examiner | St. Petersburg Florida Personal Injury Lawyer

January 27, 2018

Posted by Joseph H. Saunders January 25, 2018 1:48 PM Roughly 1 in 10 Americans, 32 million, have a medical …

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Hybrid Meta-Biomaterials Used to Make Better, Longer-Lasting 3D Printed Hip Implants

January 14, 2018

by Sarah Saunders | Jan 12, 2018 | 3D Printing, 3D Printing Materials, Medical 3D Printing, Metal 3D Printing | 3D printing is increasingly seeing applications using biomaterials and metamaterials – and now …

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Johnson & Johnson may have to pay Indian patients for faulty implants – Livemint

November 2, 2017

Johnson & Johnson may have to pay Indian patients for faulty implants Govt panel likely to suggest compensation for those …

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Metal-on-metal hip implant patients sue manufacturer in ‘biggest ever’ class action

October 16, 2017

Henry Bodkin 14 OCTOBER 2017 • 1:54PM Hundreds of patients claiming compensation for “failed” metal-on-metal hip implants will take a …

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Study finds obese patients don’t need to lose weight before total joint replacement | EurekAlert! Science News

July 20, 2017

There’s good news from UMass Medical School for overweight people with painfully arthritic hips and knees: A new study finds …

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Toxic metal hip replacements could cause Alzheimer’s | Daily Mail Online

July 11, 2017

Dr Neil McGuire, clinical director of medical devices at the MHRA, said he wanted to establish whether cobalt leached from …

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Fresh concerns for ‘metal-on-metal’ hip implant patients – Irish Times

July 11, 2017

HSE safety alert sent to all State hospitals says patients need to undergo regular testing… The British Medicines and Healthcare …

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Near doubling in failure rates for metal-on-metal hips behind alert

July 2, 2017

Checks on all patients with metal-on-metal hips were prompted by a near-doubling in failure rates for the most common of …

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Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Lawsuits | Dallas-Fort Worth Legal Examiner | Dallas-Fort Worth Texas Personal Injury Lawyer

May 7, 2017

Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Lawsuits Posted by Shezad Malik MD JD May 5, 2017 10:40 Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Lawsuits. Rosetta Ventimiglia …

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New Mayo Study: 30% of THA Patients Will Need 2nd THA | Orthopedics This Week

April 29, 2017

NEW MAYO STUDY: 30% OF THA PATIENTS WILL NEED 2ND THA Elizabeth Hofheinz, M.P.H., M.Ed. Thu, April 27th, 2017 “So …

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EXCELLENT NEWS FILE: Class action lawsuit against British hip resurfacing maker can proceed in Alberta

February 10, 2017

Class action lawsuit against British hip resurfacing maker can proceed in Alberta February 8, 2017   by Canadian Underwriter The …

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Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hips under fire | Dallas-Fort Worth Legal Examiner | Dallas-Fort Worth Texas Personal Injury Lawyer

February 2, 2017

Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hips under fire Posted by Shezad Malik MD JD January 31, 2017 11:02 AM The Smith …

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UK PUTS COSTS BEFORE PATIENTS: Cuts planned to Worcestershire hip and knee operations – BBC News

January 29, 2017

Cuts planned to Worcestershire hip and knee operations 27 January 2017 The proposals will save around £2m. Cost-cutting plans to …

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DISGUSTING TREATMENT:Hip operations only for those in so much pain they can’t sleep under new NHS rationing plans 

January 28, 2017

Hip operations only for those in so much pain they can’t sleep under new NHS rationing plans Laura Donnelly, health …

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Men and women recover differently after hip surgery: Study

January 28, 2017

Men and women recover differently after hip surgery: StudyBy:  Mohan Garikiparithi | Bone Health | Thursday, January 26, 2017 – …

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Johnson & Johnson Faces Another Hip Replacement Lawsuit

January 22, 2017

Johnson & Johnson Faces Another Hip Replacement Lawsuit January 20, 2017, 10:00:00AM. By Heidi TurnerNew Brunswick, NJ Days after a …

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Stryker Recalls Hip Implants for Taper Lock Failure Risk – Daily Hornet | Breaking News That Stings!

January 21, 2017

Stryker Recalls Hip Implants for Taper Lock Failure Risk Stryker recalled over 42,500 hip implants because a metal part that …

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Stryker LFIT V40 Hip Replacement Lawsuits May Be Centralized In Single Federal Court, Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reports

January 19, 2017

Stryker LFIT V40 Hip Replacement Lawsuits May Be Centralized In Single Federal Court, Bernstein Liebhard LLP Reports PR NewswireJanuary 18, …

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Important patient characteristics differ prior to total knee arthroplasty and total hip arthroplasty between Switzerland and the United States | BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders | Full Text

January 13, 2017

Important patient characteristics differ prior to total knee arthroplasty and total hip arthroplasty between Switzerland and the United States Patricia D. FranklinEmail …

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Lessons Emerging from Pinnacle Hip Bellwether Trials | Cozen O’Connor – JDSupra

January 7, 2017

Lessons Emerging from Pinnacle Hip Bellwether Trials1/6/2017byJames Heller  | Cozen O’ConnorinShareSend Embed ContactIn a staggering verdict, a Texas jury recently awarded over …

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Half of decade-old metal hip implants defective – Life & Style – NZ Herald News

August 23, 2015

Half of decade-old metal hip implants defective – Life & Style – NZ Herald News. Half of decade-old metal hip …

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Hip Injuries and Car Accidents – Guest Post

June 24, 2015

Hip Injuries & Car Accidents by Nik Donovik With thousands of car accidents occurring each day, throughout the U.S., drivers …

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FDA Seeks Data on Risks of Metal Poisoning from Hip Replacements – AboutLawsuits.com

June 16, 2015

FDA Seeks Data on Risks of Metal Poisoning from Hip Replacements – AboutLawsuits.com. FDA Seeks Data on Risks of Metal …

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Toxic time bomb ticking in metal hips

April 5, 2015

Toxic time bomb ticking in metal hips By LAWRENCE MONEY Source: http://m.theage.com.au/health-and-fitness/weight-loss/patients-with-metal-hips-implants-hit-by-illness-20150318-1m066t.html When floods inundated rural Charlton in 2011, Di Harvey …

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Understanding the Stryker hip replacement recall

November 29, 2014

Source: Understanding the Stryker hip replacement recall. Understanding the Stryker hip replacement recall BY JENNA CYPRUS     AUG 7, 2014 …

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Mt Keira teacher’s hip surgery nightmare | Illawarra Mercury

November 29, 2014

Source: Mt Keira teacher’s hip surgery nightmare | Illawarra Mercury. Mt Keira teacher’s hip surgery nightmare By CYDONEE MARDON June 20, …

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Hassocks man taking legal action over ‘mix match’ hip replacement – Mid Sussex Times

November 29, 2014

Source: Hassocks man taking legal action over ‘mix match’ hip replacement – Mid Sussex Times. Hassocks man taking legal action over …

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Stuart Cain, DePuy MoM Victim – Jul – Nov 2014 update

November 22, 2014

Just Another Day in Paradise!! July 2014 I haven’t written for a while and you will soon see why, but …

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MoM Hips, Dr Stephen Tower Presentation – Essential Viewing

November 18, 2014

Dr Stephen Tower discusses Metal on Metal Hip Issues

Linda’s MoM’s take a turn right into Hell

November 12, 2014

I AM ALSO A PATIENT OF BILATERAL MoM IMPLANTS. My journey started in 2003. I saw an excellent surgeon in …

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FRUSTRATED PATIENTS DEMAND ANSWERS OVER MHRA’s ‘FAILURE TO ACT’ ON UNREGULATED ‘MIX-MATCH’ HIP IMPLANTS

November 10, 2014

FRUSTRATED PATIENTS DEMAND ANSWERS OVER MHRA’s ‘FAILURE TO ACT’ ON UNREGULATED ‘MIX-MATCH’ HIP IMPLANTS Lawyers Reveal Evidence Finds Concerns Raised …

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J&J May Pay $250 Million to Settle 1,000 More Hip Claims – Bloomberg

November 9, 2014

J&J May Pay $250 Million to Settle 1,000 More Hip Claims – Bloomberg. J&J May Pay $250 Million to Settle …

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Low Birth Weight Tied to Hip Replacement in Adulthood – NYTimes.com

November 7, 2014

Low Birth Weight Tied to Hip Replacement in Adulthood – NYTimes.com. Low Birth Weight Tied to Hip Replacement in Adulthood …

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SAD FILE: Desperate Australian patients head to Thailand for hip and knee elective surgery | dailytelegraph.com.au

October 13, 2014

How sad is this….. Desperate Australian patients head to Thailand for hip and knee elective surgery LINDA SILMALIS THE SUNDAY …

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J&J’s Pinnacle Hips Face First Trial on Poisoned Patients – Bloomberg

October 10, 2014

J&J’s Pinnacle Hips Face First Trial on Poisoned Patients By Jef Feeley  Sep 3, 2014 3:19 AM GMT+1000 Facebook Johnson & …

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ZIMMER develops a “once-in-a-lifetime” hip replacement that lasts 34 years | OrthoSpineNews

October 10, 2014

Wouldn’t this be nice – ZIMMER develops a “once-in-a-lifetime” hip replacement that lasts 34 years 02.09.2014 Josh Sandberg Walter Eisner • …

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Mike’s Stryker Update

October 10, 2014

Mike here, with another update and another journey ahead. I completed therapy and the pain with the revised hip continued, …

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J&J Was Warned on Hip Implant Poisoning Risk, Plaintiff’s Lawyer Says

October 10, 2014

J&J Was Warned on Hip Implant Poisoning Risk, Plaintiff’s Lawyer Says By Jef Feeley and Tom Korosec | September 8, …

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Welsh hip replacement patients given High Court right to sue manufacturer – Wales Online

October 10, 2014

Welsh hip replacement patients given High Court right to sue manufacturer Sep 08, 2014 20:34 By Nathan Bevan A Group …

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Could the salamander spell the end of hip-replacement operations? – Telegraph

October 10, 2014

Could the salamander spell the end of hip-replacement operations? By Agency6:17PM BST 12 Sep 2014 An endangered Mexican salamander that …

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Are New Ortho Implants Properly Vetted?

October 10, 2014

Are New Ortho Implants Properly Vetted? Published: September 29, 2014 New implantable devices used in major joint replacement procedures are …

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Breakthrough could prevent hip implant replacement

October 10, 2014

Breakthrough could prevent hip implant replacement by Amy Pullan New research could prevent secondary hip replacements Hip implants rely on …

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Preventing implant failures with biochemical Braille :: Articles :: Lab Life Scientist

October 10, 2014

Preventing implant failures with biochemical Braille :: Articles :: Lab Life Scientist. Preventing implant failures with biochemical Braille By Life …

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Routine hip operation led to MRSA and life with crutches – Limerick Leader

October 10, 2014

Sub-human Treatment – Mike Condon spent a total of 247 days in UHL after contracting MRSA by Donal O’Regan A …

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LAWYERS RAISE CONCERNS REGARDING ‘MIX-MATCH’ HIP DEVICES

October 10, 2014

Battle For Justice Beings On Behalf Of Injured Patients Legal experts have launched legal action on behalf of a number …

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Thousands of patients could have unapproved ‘mix match’ metal on metal hips say lawyers – Telegraph

October 9, 2014

Full Article here: Thousands of patients could have unapproved ‘mix match’ metal on metal hips say lawyers – Telegraph. Thousands of …

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Her Third Set of Hips after Stryker Orthopedics Rejuvenate Modular Hip System Recall

September 29, 2014

#NA0103-001 / gettyimages.com Extract from Original article here: Her Third Set of Hips after Stryker Orthopedics Rejuvenate Modular Hip System Recall. …

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Good News in the Preemption Battle – Claims Not Preempted

September 28, 2014

Full Article Link: DePuy Total Hip System Lawsuit – Claims Not Preempted. Federal Judge Refuses to Dismiss DePuy Total Hip System …

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New Hip, Knee Implants Are Not Better Than Old Versions

September 28, 2014

New Hip, Knee Implants Are Not Better Than Old Versions. New Artificial Joint Designs Are Not Better: Study Thursday, 25 …

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Di’s Anguish – another Smith & Nephew victim

July 17, 2014

I am 63, yrs of age. In 2003, (at age 52), I underwent hip replacement surgery on my right hip, …

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DePuy – Misleading & Deceptive Statements – Artificial hip maker settling for $4M in Oregon

July 12, 2014

Full article here – Artificial hip maker settling for $4M in Oregon | Legal Newsline. Artificial hip maker settling for $4M …

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Hip Replacement | Complications |

July 12, 2014

Full article here – Hip Replacement | Complications | Arthritis Today Magazine. Success With Total Hip Replacements Is All About the …

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Fatality Risk Falling in Total Hip Replacement

July 12, 2014

Full article here – Fatality Risk Falling in Total Hip Replacement. Fatality Risk Falling in Total Hip Replacement By Jeannette Wick …

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Top doc slams mixed-up parts | Stuff.co.nz

June 16, 2014

Top doc slams mixed-up parts | Stuff.co.nz. Top doc slams mixed-up parts FLORENCE KERR Last updated 05:00 14/06/2014 Graeme Mead …

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Cement used in hip replacement linked to surgery deaths

June 14, 2014

Cement used in hip replacement linked to surgery deaths Source: click here for full article CHARLIE COOPER Author Biography HEALTH …

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Australia Update – ABC 4corners – The Walking Wounded

May 26, 2014

The Walking Wounded By Quentin McDermott and Peter Cronau http://www.abc.net.au/4corners/stories/2014/05/26/4010089.htm Updated May 23, 2014 09:40:00 Monday 26 May 2014 “I …

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Australia – New Update from Stuart Cain – Johnson & Johnson DePuy Victim

May 25, 2014

Hi all, I just wanted to let as many of you as possible know that the ABC’s 4 Corners program …

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The perfect fit: Doctors use 3D printing technology to replace patients hip | Mail Online

May 18, 2014

The perfect fit: Doctors use 3D printing technology to replace patients hip | Mail Online. The perfect fit: Doctors use …

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UK Lawyers taking on MoM Cases – Leading UK Lawyers specialising in defective product claims are instructed to investigate and bring four additional brands of metal on metal hip implants.

May 9, 2014

Leading UK Lawyers specialising in defective product claims are instructed to investigate and bring four additional brands of metal on …

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Smith & Nephew Victim speaks out about Pain & Suffering S&N ignores…

May 1, 2014

Dear Howard, Earl, and Fellow BHR Sufferers, I got chills reading Howard’s remarks because I have been thinking the very …

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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: 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Kransky vs DePuy ASR Trial Update – Day 2-4

February 9, 2013

Kransky vs DePuy ASR Trial Update – Day 2-4 guy in charge of testing safety of DePuy ASR was a …

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

February 3, 2013

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

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J&J Failed to Weigh Hip Metal Debris Risk, Witness Says – Bloomberg

February 3, 2013

J&J Failed to Weigh Hip Metal Debris Risk, Witness Says – Bloomberg. J&J Failed to Weigh Hip Metal Debris Risk, …

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Hip Implant’s Risks Inadequately Assessed, DePuy Report Found in 2010 – NYTimes.com

February 2, 2013

Hip Implant’s Risks Inadequately Assessed, DePuy Report Found in 2010 – NYTimes.com. Implant Risk Was Assessed Inadequately, Court Is Told …

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During Trial, New Details Emerge on DuPuy Hip – NYTimes.com

February 2, 2013

During Trial, New Details Emerge on DuPuy Hip – NYTimes.com. During Trial, New Details Emerge About Hip Maker By BARRY …

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PALM BEACH, Fla.: Artificial hips corrode, poisoning some patients, lawsuits say | Health | Macon.com

February 2, 2013

PALM BEACH, Fla.: Artificial hips corrode, poisoning some patients, lawsuits say | Health | Macon.com. Artificial hips corrode, poisoning some …

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Dangers of toxic hip implants used in Britain kept secret for years – Telegraph

February 2, 2013

Dangers of toxic hip implants used in Britain kept secret for years – Telegraph. Dangers of toxic hip implants used …

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MPs call for criminal inquiry into toxic hip implants – Telegraph

February 2, 2013

MPs call for criminal inquiry into toxic hip implants – Telegraph. MPs call for criminal inquiry into toxic hip implants …

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J&J Had ‘Inappropriate’ Risk Controls for Hip, Jury Told – Bloomberg

February 2, 2013

J&J Had ‘Inappropriate’ Risk Controls for Hip, Jury Told – Bloomberg. J&J Had ‘Inappropriate’ Risk Controls for Hip, Jury Told …

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Company aware of hip implant danger – National – NZ Herald News

February 2, 2013

Company aware of hip implant danger – National – NZ Herald News. Company aware of hip implant danger By Hana …

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HELLO – Earth to Major Tom – What Planet is this guy on? At trial of Johnson & Johnson recalled hip implants, doctor testifies device wasn’t defective | NJ.com

January 31, 2013

At trial of Johnson & Johnson recalled hip implants, doctor testifies device wasn’t defective | NJ.com. At trial of Johnson …

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J&J Failed Own Safety Test in Hip Design, Witness Says – Bloomberg

January 30, 2013

J&J Failed Own Safety Test in Hip Design, Witness Says – Bloomberg. J&J Failed Own Safety Test in Hip Design, …

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Trial underway in hip implant lawsuit – latimes.com

January 27, 2013

Trial underway in hip implant lawsuit – latimes.com. Trial underway in hip implant lawsuit Bloomberg News January 25, 2013, 3:57 p.m. …

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Ed’s Smith & Nephew BHR hell gets worse before better…

January 27, 2013

by Ed Larsen When I first became aware of “Earls View” and contributed to the Blog regarding my personal experience …

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Brooks asks if the orthopaedic companies are above the law?

January 27, 2013

it’s now become apparent that for those of us in the US, and seemingly the rest of the world, for …

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DePuy Hid Data About Failed Hip Implant, Documents Show – NYTimes.com

January 26, 2013

DePuy Hid Data About Failed Hip Implant, Documents Show – NYTimes.com. Maker Hid Data About Design Flaw in Hip Implant, …

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Maker Aware of 40% Failure in Hip Implant – NYTimes.com

January 24, 2013

Maker Aware of 40% Failure in Hip Implant – NYTimes.com. Maker Aware of 40% Failure in Hip Implant By BARRY …

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Looks like BS, Smells like BS, Must be BS…. Hip Study: Smith & Nephew touts study results for new metal-on-metal implants | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News

January 23, 2013

Hip Study: Smith & Nephew touts study results for new metal-on-metal implants | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News. Hip …

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Laurel’s Story – Smith & Nephew BHR Hip Resurfacing Ruins Another Life

January 21, 2013

In August of 2008 at the age of 49 I had a Birmingham Resurfacing of my right hip.  This hip had …

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Meet Britain’s real-life Mr Bump: The man who’s had 34 operations, broken 15 bones and survived a heart attack and kidney failure | Mail Online

January 20, 2013

Meet Britain’s real-life Mr Bump: The man who’s had 34 operations, broken 15 bones and survived a heart attack and …

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Metal-on-metal hip implant risks ‘unique’ – Health – CBC News

January 20, 2013

Metal-on-metal hip implant risks ‘unique’ – Health – CBC News. Metal-on-metal hip implant risks ‘unique’ FDA gives recommendations on how …

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FDA Action on Metal on Metal Hips – too little, too late…

January 20, 2013

by Howard Sadwin Another Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hip Device friend of mine and I read the new and exciting …

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San Diego Chargers team doctor sues Smith & Nephew over botched hip implant | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News

January 20, 2013

San Diego Chargers team doctor sues Smith & Nephew over botched hip implant | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News. …

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FDA cracks down on all-metal hip replacements

January 19, 2013

FDA cracks down on all-metal hip replacements.’ Source: http://news.consumerreports.org/health/2013/01/fda-cracks-down-on-all-metal-hip-replacements.html  FDA cracks down on all-metal hip replacements Jan 18, 2013 11:48 AM …

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A Few New Year’s Wishes and Thoughts from one of the many MOM ‘Victims’!

January 8, 2013

A Few New Year’s Wishes and Thoughts from one of the many MOM ‘Victims’! Well, 2013 is finally here, the …

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Howard Sadwin – Video of Howard’s battle with the damage from Smith & Nephew BHR hip

December 22, 2012

Howard has put together a video outlining his problems with the damage to his health and life caused by the …

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Study reveals risk factors for hip replacement revision surgery | Arthritis Research UK

December 20, 2012

Study reveals risk factors for hip replacement revision surgery | Arthritis Research UK. Study reveals risk factors for hip replacement …

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Anon. UK – Smith & Nephew BHR hip failure heartache…

December 15, 2012

I would like to remain anonymous just for now but I would like to tell you my ongoing story. At …

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Come out front Smith & Nephew – we have had your medicine – time for yours…

December 15, 2012

Why does it appear Smith and Nephew is trying to hide behind the pre-emption laws and not face accountability. Their …

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Consider both imaging and symptoms before metal-on-metal hip arthroplasty revisions | Orthopaedics Today Europe

December 15, 2012

Consider both imaging and symptoms before metal-on-metal hip arthroplasty revisions | Orthopaedics Today Europe. Orthopaedics Today Europe, Issue 6 MANCHESTER …

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FDA Executive Summary Memorandum – Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Systems – June 27-28, 2012 Meeting

December 12, 2012

I.      Introduction and Purpose of Advisory Panel Meeting Hip arthroplasty devices, including metal-on-metal (MoM) hip systems, have been …

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Metallosis-induced Iliopsoas Bursal Cyst Causing Venous Obstruction and Lower-limb Swelling After Metal-on-metal THA | Orthopedics

December 11, 2012

Metallosis-induced Iliopsoas Bursal Cyst Causing Venous Obstruction and Lower-limb Swelling After Metal-on-metal THA | Orthopedics. Metallosis-induced Iliopsoas Bursal Cyst Causing …

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Metal hip implants tied to depression, cancer, vision problems – The Recall Lawyers

December 11, 2012

Metal hip implants tied to depression, cancer, vision problems – The Recall Lawyers. December 8, 2012 By JONES WARD PLC …

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Stryker Rejuvenate Hip Patient shows signs of Metallosis

December 11, 2012

Stryker Rejuvenate Hip Patient shows signs of Metallosis. December 9, 2012, 10:30:00AM. By Jane Mundy Bergen County, NJ: When Paul, who had …

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New Metal Hip Problems Website launched in UK

December 10, 2012

New website: www.metalhipproblems.co.uk It was complete relief when I came across Earl‘s View with the relevation that it was not just me …

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