ZImmer Hip and Production Halt Facts:

Zimmer Holdings, the largest producer of orthopedic devices in the United States, recently halted sales of a hip replacement implant which has been failing in unacceptably high numbers.

Over 5% of patients implanted with the Zimmer Durom Cup hip replacement experience serious problems, according to research conducted by the company and orthopedic surgeons. In these patients, the metal hip implant fails to bond properly with the existing bone structure. Instead, the metal socket loosens and separates, grinding painfully against bone as it moves

Although Zimmer Holdings was alerted to problems with its Durom Cup hip replacement as early as 2007, it did not launch an investigation until April 2008, and did not cease its sales of the defective device until July 2008.  Because of the company’s delay, even more unsuspecting patients were implanted with the faulty Durom Cup hip replacement. 

Zimmer Hips were expected to last 15 to 20 years before needing replacement.  However, hundreds of people began experiencing excruciating pain due to their implants only months after surgery.

Potential Effects of a faulty Zimmer Hip:

 * Unnecessary pain

 * Secondary hip replacement procedures

 * Costly medical bills

 * Your time and suffering

Litigation:

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