Affect You (NAPSA)—Thousands of hip implants produced after October 1999 and manyproduced after June 1997 have been recalled. Sulzer Orthopedics, a major manufacturer of joint replacement devices, has announced the recall Affected patients tend to exhibit different symptoms depending on how long they have had their implant. due to faulty manufacturing that tends to make the implants to loosen within the body, causing severe pain. Some patients have required a new implant. The symptomsthat indicate a loosened device include pain in the groin and inner thigh, as well as pain when standing, walking and rising from a seated position. Affected patients tend to exhibit different symptoms, depending on how long they have their implant. If after proper med- ical evaluation, it is determined that you are suffering an injury related to a defective Inter-Op shell, you may havethe right to file a claim against the device’s manufacturer and collect financial compensation. You may want to see a lawyer to fully explore your legal rights. Weitz & Luxemberg,one of America’s foremost toxic torts and product liability law firms has provided many patients with advice regarding their situations. For more information about the recall of faulty hip replacements made by Sulzer Orthopedics, call 1-800476-6070 toll-free.
