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Johnson & Johnson hit with another hip lawsuit following $1B payout | NJ.com

December 29, 2016

By Craig McCarthy | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com Email the author | Follow on Twitter on December 28, 2016 …

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Stuart Cain’s second video – Hip Hell

June 12, 2015

From Stuart Cain This is the second video in the series that we have done on the faulty technology that is …

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First data flows from national registry (USA) tracking joint replacements

November 9, 2014

Full article here: First data flows from national registry tracking joint replacements. First data flows from national registry tracking joint replacements …

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Mitigating Migraines – How To Fight Migraines Naturally

October 16, 2014

Mitigating Migraines – How To Fight Migraines Naturally. This looks like a useful site – if you suffer migraines like …

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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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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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Corporate Crime: Class action against healthcare giant Johnson & Johnson put back by months | The Australian

May 25, 2014

Class action against healthcare giant Johnson & Johnson put back by months | The Australian. Class action against healthcare giant …

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$2.5 Billion DePuy ASR Settlement Finalised

May 18, 2014

$2.5 Billion DePuy ASR Settlement Finalized; Announced by Walkup, Melodia, Kelly & Schoenberger | Intercooler. The funding of the settlement …

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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“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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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Dr Tower writes to Senator re concerns about the regulatory malfeasance at the FDA – Metal-on-Metal hip replacement debacle

January 10, 2013

Sunday, January 6, 2013 Dear Senator Begich, I am very appreciative of your personal reply to my concerns about 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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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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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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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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Stuart Cain – Sage Advice – Things that every patient should consider before they look at compensation for a dodgy hip!

November 30, 2012

Things that every patient should consider before they look at compensation for a dodgy hip!  by Stuart Cain, DePuy Victim, …

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UK – Sandy’s MoM problems won’t go away – database of problems

November 24, 2012

Stephanie, I am a 48 year old male from the UK and had my revision surgery in July 2011. My …

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SA lawsuit against UK hip implants – Crime & Courts | IOL News | IOL.co.za

November 16, 2012

SA lawsuit against UK hip implants – Crime & Courts | IOL News | IOL.co.za. SA lawsuit against UK hip …

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Federal DePuy ASR Lawsuits Approach 6,000 Notes Rottenstein Law Group, LLP | equities.com

November 13, 2012

Headline Story | equities.com. PR Web New York, NY (PRWEB) November 12, 2012 By RLG’s count, as of November 1, …

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Smith & Nephew sued for BHR Defects — Cheryl and Ken elmore (plaintiffs) vs. Smith & Nephew

November 11, 2012

cheryl and ken elmore (plaintiffs) vs. smith & nephew filed 10/17/12 in the united states district court for the northern …

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Howard’s View on the FDA’s lack of action on MoM hip studies…

November 11, 2012

What happened to the the FDA‘s request, NOTHING HAPPENED. The FDA gets heat put on them especially in todays enviornment …

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HIP REPLACEMENT: New Approach, More Mobility. | WHOTV.com – Des Moines news & weather from WHO Television

November 4, 2012

HIP REPLACEMENT: New Approach, More Mobility. | WHOTV.com – Des Moines news & weather from WHO Television. 200,000 hip replacements …

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Hip replacement patient died after surgeon went on holiday – Telegraph

November 3, 2012

Hip replacement patient died after surgeon went on holiday – Telegraph. Hip replacement patient died after surgeon went on holiday …

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Howard Says – And We Agree – Come Clean Smith & Nephew

November 1, 2012

It is time for Smith and Nephew to be realistic and honest, afterall in their code of ehtics the safety …

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DePuy ASR at 32 – Belinda writes … Husband had 4 hip operations in 4 years …

October 31, 2012

Hi Letting you know my husband was 32 when had asr. He had severe pain and they didn’t know what …

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Faulty medical implants investigation: Patients treated ‘like guinea pigs’ – Telegraph

October 26, 2012

Faulty medical implants investigation: Patients treated ‘like guinea pigs’ – Telegraph. Faulty medical implants investigation: Patients treated ‘like guinea pigs’ …

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Hip disorder cured using stem cells

October 22, 2012

Hip disorder cured using stem cells. Hip disorder cured using stem cells Last Updated: Sunday, October 21, 2012,11:57 Bangalore: A …

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‘Short stay’ hip arthroplasty patients show good results | Orthopedics

October 20, 2012

‘Short stay’ hip arthroplasty patients show good results | Orthopedics. ‘Short stay’ hip arthroplasty patients show good results October 18, …

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Parts of Two Wright Profemur Hip Injury Lawsuits Dismissed

October 20, 2012

Parts of Two Wright Profemur Hip Injury Lawsuits Dismissed Posted: 17 Oct 2012 05:58 AM PDT Source: Source: AboutLawsuits.com email newsletter 19 Oct …

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Dutch advise STOP use of Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacements

October 20, 2012

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2012 The hard lesson of metal-on-metal hip implants. Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd. 2012;156(42):A5564 [Article in Dutch] Verhaar JA. Source …

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Johnson & Johnson facing massive class action – ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

October 15, 2012

Johnson & Johnson facing massive class action – ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation). Medical giant Johnson & Johnson is facing …

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Opinion: Protect patients’rights, protect patients’ lives

October 15, 2012

http://www.cnn.com/2012/10/12/health/medical-malpractice/index.html Opinion: Protect patients’rights, protect patients’ lives By Mary Alice McLarty, Special to CNN updated 8:53 AM EDT, Fri October 12, …

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Stryker Rejuvenate Hip—Nothing but Agony

October 14, 2012

Source: Stryker Rejuvenate Hip—Nothing but Agony. Stryker Rejuvenate Hip—Nothing but Agony October 12, 2012, 02:00:00PM. By Jane Mundy Burns, TN: Ewell was given …

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Stryker Launches Revolutionary Computer Assisted Surgery Technology for Hip Fractures — KALAMAZOO, Mich., Oct. 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ —

October 13, 2012

Stryker Launches Revolutionary Computer Assisted Surgery Technology for Hip Fractures — KALAMAZOO, Mich., Oct. 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ —. Stryker Launches …

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The FDA is there to protect patients? Bullsh*t …

October 11, 2012

The FDA is there to protect patients? Bullsht | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News. The FDA is there to …

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Australian National Registry Reports Staggering 44% Revision Rate of DePuy ASR XL Hip Implants | Ring Of Fire Radio: Robert Kennedy Jr, Mike Papantonio and Sam Seder

October 11, 2012

Australian National Registry Reports Staggering 44% Revision Rate of DePuy ASR XL Hip Implants | Ring Of Fire Radio: Robert …

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Q: Who is going to pay the Mortgage Mr Smith & Nephew while two BHR’s are revised?

October 5, 2012

Two BHR’s bite the dust – tip of the Iceberg – come clean Mr Smith & Nephew This is a …

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FDA Asks Judge to Dismiss Spying Suit Filed by Employees – Businessweek

October 4, 2012

FDA Asks Judge to Dismiss Spying Suit Filed by Employees – Businessweek. Bloomberg News FDA Asks Judge to Dismiss Spying …

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Alert issued for another hip implant – 04-Oct-2012 – NZ Health & Safety news

October 4, 2012

Alert issued for another hip implant – 04-Oct-2012 – NZ Health & Safety news. Alert issued for another hip implant The British …

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Hundreds of NZ hip replacements are faulty – National – NZ Herald News

October 4, 2012

Hundreds of NZ hip replacements are faulty – National – NZ Herald News. Hundreds of NZ hip replacements are faulty …

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Smith & Nephew Ethics…

September 27, 2012

Here is one page in Smith & Nephews code of ethics– Paragraph 2 beginning with “Smith & Nephew” third sentence …

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Metal-on-Metal hip Implants Can Corrode | FDA Reports

September 26, 2012

Metal-on-Metal hip Implants Can Corrode | FDA Reports. Metal-on-Metal hip Implants Can Corrode At the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) …

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WOW!!! Biomet Announces Lifetime Limited Implant Replacement Warranty on Oxford(R) Partial Knee When Implanted with Signature(TM) Personalized Patient Care System – MarketWatch

September 26, 2012

Biomet Announces Lifetime Limited Implant Replacement Warranty on Oxford(R) Partial Knee When Implanted with Signature(TM) Personalized Patient Care System – …

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YAHOO — Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hip Lawsuit Filed Over Metal Poisoning – AboutLawsuits.com

September 21, 2012

Source: Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hip Lawsuit Filed Over Metal Poisoning – AboutLawsuits.com. Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hip Lawsuit Filed Over …

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No early link between all-metal hip implants and cancer-study | Reuters

September 15, 2012

No early link between all-metal hip implants and cancer-study | Reuters. No early link between all-metal hip implants and cancer-study …

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Lawsuits over hip implants filed against Stryker in Texas, New Jersey

September 15, 2012

SOURCE: Report: Lawsuits over hip implants filed against Stryker in Texas, New Jersey | MLive.com. Lawsuits over hip implants filed against …

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South Africa – Sixty sue for dud hip joints – Crime & Courts | IOL News | IOL.co.za

September 14, 2012

Sixty sue for dud hip joints – Crime & Courts | IOL News | IOL.co.za. Sixty sue for dud hip …

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Interview with Derek McMinn and Ronan Treacy – Orthopaedic Product News

September 10, 2012

Orthopaedic Product News – For Today’s Orthopaedic Professional. COMPANY INTERVIEW Derek McMinn and Ronan Treacy Mr Derek McMinn MD FRCS …

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Complications Of Total Hip Replacement

September 9, 2012

Source: Physiotherapy Site, Physiotherapists, Physio, Complications Of Total Hip Replacement. Hip Replacement Complications Hip replacement is an astonishingly successful operation. However, …

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Arthritis and Depression

September 2, 2012

Arthritis and Depression. Source: http://www.arthritismd.com/arthritis-and-depression.html Arthritis and Depression: When Physical Pain Can Have an Effect on Emotional Pain Introduction: According to the …

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MUST READ – Two MoM Presentations to the FDA on MoM hips

September 1, 2012

  Two very informative presentations to the FDA on Metal on Metal Hips   Click on the links to download …

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Clemson Knee Simulator to Help Improve Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty

September 1, 2012

Clemson Knee Simulator to Help Improve Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty. Clemson Knee Simulator to Help Improve Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty by GENE OSTROVSKY on Jul …

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14 Orthopedic & Spine Device Company Financial Reports

August 30, 2012

14 Orthopedic & Spine Device Company Financial Reports. 14 Orthopedic & Spine Device Company Financial Reports  Written by  Laura Miller | August …

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» Medical device units recalled in Q2 represent eight-quarter high | MedCity News

August 30, 2012

» Medical device units recalled in Q2 represent eight-quarter high | MedCity News. Medical device units recalled in Q2 represent …

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Johnson & Johnson settles US hip replacement cases | Irish Examiner

August 30, 2012

Johnson & Johnson settles US hip replacement cases | Irish Examiner. Johnson & Johnson settles US hip replacement cases By …

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Code Pink – Fighting Against Breast Cancer

August 30, 2012

New info-graphic on Breast Cancer Source: http://www.onlinenursingprograms.com/code-pink/   Code Pink INFOGRAPHICS   Cancer is the epidemic of modern times. Unlike other diseases that …

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Smith and Nephew – time to come clean – more facts, less spin

August 29, 2012

Howard has been reading and its time for Smith & Nephew to admit the facts – not spin In my …

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Dr Steve – Question & Reply – Stryker ABG 11 modular stem recall

August 26, 2012

Denise asks about Stryker ABG 11 modular stem recall 22 August 21012 Have a question for Dr. Steve. What are your …

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Prediction of Functional Outcome at Six Months Following Total Hip Arthroplasty

August 24, 2012

Prediction of Functional Outcome at Six Months Following Total Hip Arthroplasty. Prediction of Functional Outcome at Six Months Following Total …

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The case for partial knee replacement | Health & Fitness

August 23, 2012

The case for partial knee replacement | Health & Fitness. The case for partial knee replacement Tuesday, August 07, 2012 …

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DePuy ASR Hip Implant Settlements Reached Prior To Jury Trial

August 20, 2012

DePuy ASR Hip Implant Settlements Reached Prior To Jury Trial. DePuy ASR Hip Implant Settlements Reached Prior To Jury Trial …

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Instability after total hip arthroplasty

August 20, 2012

World J Orthop 2012 August 18; 3(8): 122-130“ISSN 2218-5836 (online) doi:10.5312/wjo.v3.i8.122 Instability after total hip arthroplasty Brian C Werner, Thomas …

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What Is SAM-e? (S-adenosylmethionine)

August 20, 2012

What Is SAM-e? (S-adenosylmethionine). SAM-e (S-adenosylmethionine) Hype and warnings often circulate around dietary supplements. Yet another new over-the-counter dietary supplement known as …

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Cry from the Heart – Where is Mr Smith & his Nephew?

August 20, 2012

Recent comment published on Earl‘sview that deserves more notice: Does Smith and Nephew not hear the cries from victims of …

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Three Quarters of Metal-on-Metal Hip Failures Occur in First Two Years, Study – DePuy Hip Replacement Lawsuit Information Site

August 19, 2012

Three Quarters of Metal-on-Metal Hip Failures Occur in First Two Years, Study – DePuy Hip Replacement Lawsuit Information Site. Three …

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Rottenstein Law Group Reports on Research Paper Concluding FDA’s Medical Device Approval Process Needs Reform

August 18, 2012

Rottenstein Law Group Reports on Research Paper Concluding FDA’s Medical Device Approval Process Needs Reform. Rottenstein Law Group Reports on …

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Minimally Invasive Total Hip Replacement Speeds Recovery – Yahoo! News

July 29, 2012

Minimally Invasive Total Hip Replacement Speeds Recovery – Yahoo! News. Minimally Invasive Total Hip Replacement Speeds Recovery PRWeb – Tue, Jul 24, …

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Bard Must Pay $5.5 Million Over Vaginal Mesh Implants – Bloomberg

July 25, 2012

Bard Must Pay $5.5 Million Over Vaginal Mesh Implants – Bloomberg. Bard Must Pay $5.5 Million Over Vaginal Mesh Implants …

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Medical News: Stryker Recalls Hip Implants – in Public Health & Policy, FDA General from MedPage Today

July 25, 2012

Medical News: Stryker Recalls Hip Implants – in Public Health & Policy, FDA General from MedPage Today. Stryker Recalls Hip …

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Troubled Hip Implants Require Additional Patient Monitoring | Goldberg & Osborne

July 23, 2012

Troubled Hip Implants Require Additional Patient Monitoring | Goldberg & Osborne. Troubled Hip Implants Require Additional Patient Monitoring JULY 20, …

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Hip implant recalled | 6minutes

July 23, 2012

Hip implant recalled | 6minutes. Hip implant recalled 23 July, 2012 Michael Woodhead  The ABGII Modular Femoral Stem and Modular Neck …

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Is the US Medical Device Industry Heading the Way of the Dinosaur?

July 21, 2012

Plastics News – Report calls for changes in medical device sector. Report calls for changes in medical device sector By …

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Henry Miller: FDA has device makers looking outside U.S. | fda, device, medical – Opinion – The Orange County Register

July 21, 2012

Henry Miller: FDA has device makers looking outside U.S. | fda, device, medical – Opinion – The Orange County Register. …

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FDA surveillance operation draws criticism from lawmakers | Reuters

July 16, 2012

FDA surveillance operation draws criticism from lawmakers | Reuters. FDA surveillance operation draws criticism from lawmakers WASHINGTON | Sun Jul …

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Delays and Difficulties in Assessing Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants – The Law Offices of John David Hart

July 16, 2012

Delays and Difficulties in Assessing Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants – The Law Offices of John David Hart. Delays and Difficulties in …

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Biomet M 2 a Hip Implants | Defect Hip Implant Lawyers

July 16, 2012

Biomet M 2 a Hip Implants | Defect Hip Implant Lawyers. Biomet M 2 a Hip Implants Biomet Orthopedics started …

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Biomet M2a Magnum device – Multidistrict Consolidation Sought

July 15, 2012

Law Offices of John David Hart: Multidistrict Consolidation Sought In Biomet… — FORT WORTH, Texas, July 9, 2012 /PRNewswire/ —. …

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Total Hip Modular Necks – Is this the next phase of Hip Failures?

July 15, 2012

Total Hip Modular Necks – Is this the next phase of Hip Failures?. Total Hip Modular Necks – Is this …

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US Drug Watchdog Now Calls All Metal Hip Implant Failures the Biggest Disaster Ever

July 15, 2012

US Drug Watchdog Now Calls All Metal Hip Implant Failures the Biggest Disaster Ever for up to 500,000 U.S. Citizens …

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Hip implant materials swing sharply to polyethylene | PlasticsToday.com

July 15, 2012

Hip implant materials swing sharply to polyethylene | PlasticsToday.com. Hip implant materials swing sharply to polyethylene By Doug Smock Published: …

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NIH adds more information on hip replacement in its NIHSeniorHealth.gov website

July 15, 2012

NIH adds more information on hip replacement in its NIHSeniorHealth.gov website. NIH adds more information on hip replacement in its …

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Smith And Nephew Hip Replacement Recall Lawsuit Attorney

July 15, 2012

Smith And Nephew Hip Replacement Recall Lawsuit Attorney. Saunders & Walker PA 3491 Gandy Blvd. North Suite 200 Pinellas Park, …

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No cancer rise in hip implant patients – Health – Fleetwood Weekly News

July 14, 2012

No cancer rise in hip implant patients – Health – Fleetwood Weekly News. No cancer rise in hip implant patients …

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Smith & Nephew’s BHR PMA approval by the FDA despite lack of scientifically valid trials and BHR Conflict of Interest

July 14, 2012

FDA, Summary Minutes, Meeting of the Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Devices Advisory Panel, Open Session, Hilton Washington D.C. North, Gaithersburg, MD, …

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Dr Stephen (Steve) Tower to Join the Earl’sview site – to answer patient questions

July 14, 2012

Earlsview Over the year since I set up Earlsview as part of my “anger management” the site has had nearly …

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Smith & Nephew – Class 2 Recall R3 Constrained Acetabular Liner

July 10, 2012

Medical & Radiation Emitting Device Recalls. Class 2 Recall R3 Constrained Acetabular Liner Date Posted October 18, 2010 Recall Number …

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FDA – User Fees for Medical Devices: Third Time Lucky?

July 8, 2012

User Fees for Medical Devices: Third Time Lucky? John R. Graham, Director, Health Care Studies Congress recently passed, almost unanimously, S.3187, …

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FDA Proposes New Rule That Would Require Medical Devices Such as Surgical Mesh to Carry Unique Device Identifier

July 8, 2012

FDA Proposes New Rule That Would Require Medical Devices Such as Surgical Mesh to Carry Unique Device Identifier. FDA Proposes …

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MoMs Hips a Grinding Dilemma for Hospitals, Doctors, FDA

July 8, 2012

MoMs Hips a Grinding Dilemma for Hospitals, Doctors, FDA. MoMs Hips a Grinding Dilemma for Hospitals, Doctors, FDA Cheryl Clark, …

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Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Day 2

July 8, 2012

June 28 2012 – Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Day 2 Click the link …

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Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Day 1

July 8, 2012

June 27 2012 Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Devices Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee Day 1 Click the link below …

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FDA releases proposed UDI rule; reaction generally positive

July 8, 2012

FDA releases proposed UDI rule; reaction generally positive | Healthcare Finance News. July 06, 2012 | Rene Letourneau, Editor WASHINGTON …

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Governmental Oversight of Potentially Dangerous Medical Devices – US Politics Today

July 8, 2012

Governmental Oversight of Potentially Dangerous Medical Devices – US Politics Today. Governmental Oversight of Potentially Dangerous Medical Devices Public and …

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FDA Proposes Device ID Regulations for Medical Dev – TMD – Today’s Medical Developments

July 8, 2012

FDA Proposes Device ID Regulations for Medical Dev – TMD – Today’s Medical Developments. FDA Proposes Device ID Regulations for …

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METAL ON METAL TOTAL HIP RESURFACING AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO TOTAL HIP ARTHROPLASTY

July 8, 2012

CTAF ASSESSMENT – METAL ON METAL TOTAL HIP RESURFACING AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO TOTAL HIP ARTHROPLASTY http://www.google.com.au/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=42&ved=0CFIQFjABOCg&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.ctaf.org%2Ffiles%2F769_file_Hip_resurfacing_W.pdf&ei=Ovr4T5bGI-yUiAfA5tzhBg&usg=AFQjCNGpF8andIjM3eQZ9JGMI58FwHyo7w&sig2=IPuN6AUkPw1Tt6yzEYt32Q. Or download the …

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Joint Replacements For Baby Boomers

July 8, 2012

Joint Replacements For Baby Boomers. Joint Replacements For Baby Boomers MARILYNN MARCHIONE   05/23/11 09:56 AM ET    SHARE THIS STORY SAN DIEGO …

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Hip resurfacing: A boon for Boomers or too risky?

July 8, 2012

Hip resurfacing: A boon for Boomers or too risky?. Hip resurfacing: A boon for Boomers or too risky? By Annie …

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Metal on metal hip resurfacing using the BHR, Cormet 2000, or Conserve Plus devices does not meet CTAF criteria 3-5 for safety, efficacy and improvement in health outcomes for patients as an alternative to total hip arthroplasty

July 8, 2012

Metal on metal hip resurfacing using the BHR, Cormet 2000, or Conserve Plus devices does not meet CTAF criteria 3-5 for …

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Early Clinical Experience With the Use of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing System | Orthopedics

July 8, 2012

Early Clinical Experience With the Use of the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing System | Orthopedics. Early Clinical Experience With the Use …

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Outcomes of Birmingham Hip Resurfacing: A Systematic Review

July 8, 2012

Outcomes of Birmingham Hip Resurfacing: A Systematic Review. Asian J Sports Med. 2012 March; 3(1): 1–7. PMCID: PMC3307960 Outcomes of Birmingham Hip Resurfacing: …

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FDA Executive Summary Memorandum – Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Systems Prepared for the June 27-28, 2012 Meeting of the Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Devices Advisory Panel Gaithersburg Hilton, Gaithersburg, Maryland

July 8, 2012

FDA Executive Summary Memorandum Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant Systems Prepared for the June 27-28, 2012 Meeting of the Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Devices …

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Smith & Nephew BHR – Food and Drug Administration, HHS

July 8, 2012

http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/CFR-2011-title21-vol8/pdf/CFR-2011-title21-vol8-sec888-5.pdf. PDF File: Food and Drug Administration, HHS CFR-2011-title21-vol8-sec888-5 Food and Drug Administration, HHS 513(f) of the act) into class III …

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Attachment B – Ragab AA., validity of Self-Assessment Outcome Questionnaires: Patient-Physician Discrepancy in Outcome Interpretation, 39 Biomed. Sci. Instrum. 579-84 (2003)

July 8, 2012

http://www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/dockets/05p0440/05p-0440-cp00001-03-Attachment-B-vol1.pdf. Biomed Sci Instrum. 2003;39:579-84. Validity of self-assessment outcome questionnaires: patient-physician discrepancy in outcome interpretation. Ragab AA. Department of Orthopedics, …

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Attachments to Wright Medical’s request to Deny PMA to Smith & Nephew BHR

July 7, 2012

Dockets:. Dockets Management Back 2005P-0440 CP 1 Volume 1 Citizen Petition Attachment A – FDA, Summary Minutes, Meeting of the Orthopedic …

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FDA Defense of its Decision to Grant PMA to Smith & Nephew’s BHR…

July 7, 2012

FDA Defense of its Decision to Grant PMA to Smith & Nephew’s BHR… http://www.fda.gov/ohrms/dockets/dockets/05p0440/05p-0440-pdn0001-vol2.pdf. Dear Mr.  Roberts: Food and Drug …

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Premarket Approval (PMA) Database – BIRMINGHAM HIP RESURFACING (BHR) SYSTEM

July 7, 2012

MDRWeb Medical Device Register On-line from Canon Communications, LLC. Premarket Approval (PMA) Database Premarket Approval (PMA) Database Trade Name: BIRMINGHAM …

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P040033: BIRMINGHAM HIP RESURFACING (BHR) SYSTEM by SMITH&NEPHEW ORTHOPAEDICS – FDAzilla Devices

July 7, 2012

P040033: BIRMINGHAM HIP RESURFACING (BHR) SYSTEM by SMITH&NEPHEW ORTHOPAEDICS – FDAzilla Devices. PMA Application: P040033 S017 (Most recently approved supplement) Attribute …

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Post-Approval Studies for Smith & Nephew BHR – NOT USEFUL

July 7, 2012

Post-Approval Studies for Smith & Nephew BHR – NOT USEFUL Post-Approval Studies. Post-Approval Studies FDA Home Medical Devices Databases – …

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Despite the Reasons AGAINST – FDA Advisory Panel Recommends Conditional Approval of Smith & Nephew’s BIRMINGHAM HIP Resurfacing Technology

July 7, 2012

WHO PULLED WHAT STRINGS???? Smith & Nephew | FDA Advisory Panel Recommends Conditional Approval of Smith & Nephew’s BIRMINGHAM HIP …

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All the Reasons WHY Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Should NOT have gotten PMA from the FDA

July 7, 2012

All the Reasons WHY Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hip Resurfacing Should NOT have gotten PMA from the FDA This makes …

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Depression and whether a behavioral problem is mental illness

July 6, 2012

Depression and whether a behavioral problem is mental illness. Depression and whether a behavioral problem is mental illness by DR. …

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S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine for Treatment of Depression, Osteoarthritis, and Liver Disease

July 6, 2012

archive.ahrq.gov/clinic/epcsums/samesum.pdf. S-Adenosyl-L-Methionine for Treatment of Depression, Osteoarthritis, and Liver Disease Overview The objective of this report was to conduct a search …

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Antidepressant proves effective in alleviating osteoarthritis pain Depression

July 6, 2012

Antidepressant proves effective in alleviating osteoarthritis pain Depression | Pharmaceutical & Medical Packaging News. Antidepressant proves effective in alleviating osteoarthritis …

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Osteoarthritis and Depression | Insulite Osteoarthritis System

July 6, 2012

Osteoarthritis and Depression | Insulite Osteoarthritis System. Osteoarthritis and Depression Chronic joint pain or osteoarthritis sometimes go hand-in-hand with depressed …

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Depression and osteoarthritis.

July 6, 2012

Depression and osteoarthritis. [Am J Med. 2008] – PubMed – NCBI. Am J Med. 2008 Nov;121(11 Suppl 2):S16-9. Depression and osteoarthritis. …

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July 6, 2012

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Arthritis Linked to Depression

July 6, 2012

Arthritis Linked to Depression | LiveScience. Arthritis Linked to Depression LiveScience Staff Date: 30 April 2012 Time: 09:49 AM ET …

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WHO CAN YOU TRUST??? Pharmaceutical Giant GSK to Pay $3B in Largest-Ever Health Care Fraud Case

July 3, 2012

Pharmaceutical Giant GSK to Pay $3B in Largest-Ever Health Care Fraud Case – Yahoo! News. Pharmaceutical Giant GSK to Pay …

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Managing Chronic Pain and Depression in Arthritis

July 1, 2012

Managing Chronic Pain and Depression in Arthritis. Managing Chronic Pain, Depression & Antidepressants: Issues & Relationships by Michael Clark, M.D., M.P.H. …

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One-Third of Adults with Arthritis Suffer From Depression and Anxiety Too

July 1, 2012

One-Third of Adults with Arthritis Suffer From Depression and Anxiety Too | Healthland | TIME.com. ARTHRITIS – Arthritis Patients Often Have …

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Arthritis & Depression

July 1, 2012

beyondblue: the national depression initiative and Arthritis Australia have developed this fact sheet to raise awareness of the risks and …

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Bone Cement Implantation Syndrome

July 1, 2012

Bone Cement Implantation Syndrome. Bone Cement Implantation Syndrome PA PSRS Patient Saf Advis 2006 Dec;3(4):1,4-9. PA-PSRS has received reports of …

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Another Mental Health Professional Shares Her “Self-Care” Story

July 1, 2012

Another Mental Health Professional Shares Her “Self-Care” Story | Journal of Participatory Medicine. Another Mental Health Professional Shares Her “Self-Care” …

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Caitlin Ryan Arthritis Pain Management | Pain Treatment | Arthritis Today Magazine

July 1, 2012

Caitlin Ryan Arthritis Pain Management | Pain Treatment | Arthritis Today Magazine. Caitlin Ryan’s Top 10 Pain Fighting Tips Years …

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Howard Sadwin’s Suffering from Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant | Mesh Medical Device Newsdesk

July 1, 2012

Howard Sadwin’s Suffering from Metal-on-Metal Hip Implant | Mesh Medical Device Newsdesk. Suffering in Silence: Howard Sadwin’s Story of Metal-on-Metal …

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Are You Paying Attention to Postoperative Depression?

July 1, 2012

Are You Paying Attention to Postoperative Depression?. Published Online: Wednesday, August 27, 2008 Depression is a well-documented adverse effect of …

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Social Support, Depression, and Recovery of Walking Ability Following Hip Fracture Surgery

July 1, 2012

Social Support, Depression, and Recovery of Walking Ability Following Hip Fracture Surgery. Elizabeth J. Mutran1, Donald C. Reitzes2, Jana Mossey3 …

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Emotions Can Affect Recovery From Hip Surgery

July 1, 2012

Emotions Can Affect Recovery From Hip Surgery. Emotions Can Affect Recovery From Hip Surgery ScienceDaily (June 26, 2007) — Orthopaedic …

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An intervention to manage depression after hip fracture | Practice | Nursing Times

July 1, 2012

An intervention to manage depression after hip fracture | Practice | Nursing Times.   An intervention to manage depression after …

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Hip injuries in men’s tennis no longer game, set, match – USATODAY.com

July 1, 2012

Hip injuries in men’s tennis no longer game, set, match – USATODAY.com. Hip injuries in men’s tennis no longer game, …

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SMART IDEA :: Technology could monitor hip replacements for signs of wear | News | The Engineer

July 1, 2012

Technology could monitor hip replacements for signs of wear | News | The Engineer. Technology could monitor hip replacements for …

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FDA Reports16,800 Metal On Metal Hip Implant Adverse Events

July 1, 2012

FDA Reports16,800 Metal On Metal Hip Implant Adverse Events | The Legal Examiner Phoenix. FDA Reports16,800 Metal On Metal Hip …

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The US Drug Watchdog Now Urges Plaintiffs Law Firms Worldwide To Contact Them About A Possible International Effort To Help Victims Of Defective Drugs Or Medical Devices – SFGate

July 1, 2012

The US Drug Watchdog Now Urges Plaintiffs Law Firms Worldwide To Contact Them About A Possible International Effort To Help …

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STRYKER REJUVENATE HIP IMPLANT RECALLED | West Palm Beach Personal Injury Attorneys Blog

July 1, 2012

STRYKER REJUVENATE HIP IMPLANT RECALLED | West Palm Beach Personal Injury Attorneys Blog. By Ami Romanelli posted in Products liability …

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DePuy Pinnacle Hip Implant Failure Initiative Considered “Vital”

July 1, 2012

DePuy Pinnacle Hip Implant Failure Initiative Considered “Vital”. The U.S. Drug Watchdog has a goal of identifying every single one …

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FDA panel sees little use for metal-on-metal hips | CTVNews

July 1, 2012

FDA panel sees little use for metal-on-metal hips | CTVNews. The Associated Press; Published Friday, Jun. 29, 2012 8:25AM EDT This …

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FDA Probes Safety Issues Associated with Metal Hip Implants | Qmed

June 30, 2012

FDA Probes Safety Issues Associated with Metal Hip Implants | Qmed. FDA Probes Safety Issues Associated with Metal Hip Implants …

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FDA to study growing failure rate of metal hip devices – USATODAY.com

June 30, 2012

FDA to study growing failure rate of metal hip devices – USATODAY.com. The Food and Drug Administration is meeting with …

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Pennsylvania woman to address FDA panel on husband’s hip-replacement recall – Philly.com

June 30, 2012

Pennsylvania woman to address FDA panel on husband’s hip-replacement recall – Philly.com. Pennsylvania woman to address FDA panel on husband’s …

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FDA probes safety issues with metal hip implants

June 30, 2012

FDA probes safety issues with metal hip implants – Rolla, MO – The Rolla Daily News. WASHINGTON — Metal hip …

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Justice for Hip Failures: DePuy ASR Recall: Nearly 16,800 adverse events reported for metal-on-metal hips, including DePuy ASR and Biomet Magnum

June 30, 2012

Justice for Hip Failures: DePuy ASR Recall: Nearly 16,800 adverse events reported for metal-on-metal hips, including DePuy ASR and Biomet …

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Safety Of All-Metal Hip Implants Under US Scrutiny – International Business Times

June 30, 2012

Safety Of All-Metal Hip Implants Under US Scrutiny – International Business Times. By Anna Yukhananov June 27, 2012 9:25 AM …

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FDA Considers Metal Hip Injuries — A Bit Too Late for Some Victims – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts

June 30, 2012

FDA Considers Metal Hip Injuries — A Bit Too Late for Some Victims – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | …

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J&J Sold Transvaginal Mesh Implants After FDA Ordered Company To Cease Marketing – SFGate

June 30, 2012

J&J Sold Transvaginal Mesh Implants After FDA Ordered Company To Cease Marketing – SFGate. J&J Sold Transvaginal Mesh Implants After …

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Medical Device « The Senate Passes Unparalleled Medical Device User Fee Act

June 30, 2012

Medical Device « DePuy Recall Blog. The Senate Passes Unparalleled Medical Device User Fee Act When the Senate passed the resolution …

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