Zimmer Durom Cup Recall
Helping people who have experienced problems with defective Zimmer Durom Cup Hip Implants. Our firm is accepting cases involving litigation for Zimmer Hip Implants in all 50 states. This site provides information about Zimmer hip replacement problems, Zimmer cup recalls, and lawsuits.
Zimmer Hip Replacement Problems
Zimmer Durom Cups are a new artificial implant used in total hip replacement surgery. The device is manufactured by Zimmer Holdings Inc., a multinational company and one of the largest producers of orthopedic devices in the United States. Over 13,000 people nationwide have had the implants, and experts estimate that between 5-8% of these cups are defective. The defective implants fail to bond properly with the existing bone structure, and begin loosen, separate, and painfully grind against the bone as it moves.
Problems with the Durom Cups were brought to the publics’ attention on April 22, 2008. A highly respected Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Larry Dorr, wrote a letter to his colleagues at the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons warning about unacceptable failure rates associated with the cups.
On July 22, 2008, Zimmer Inc. stopped selling its Durom Hip Acetabular Component and issued a press release saying they were, “temporarily suspending marketing and distribution of the Durom Acetabular Component in the U.S. on a voluntary basis, while the Company updates labeling to provide more detailed surgical technique instructions to surgeons and implements its surgical training program in the U.S.”
Rather than taking responsibility for its actions, Zimmer Inc. has attempted to shift the blame to the surgeons who were performing the procedures. We believe this is wrong.
Zimmer Hip Recall
To date, a Durom Cup Recall has not been issued. People who have had a Zimmer Durom Hip Implant could experience problems with loosening and may need additional surgeries because of the company’s negligence. These additional surgeries can range from $30,000 to $40,000.
Zimmer Hip Lawsuit Warning
Realizing their significant exposure, Zimmer Inc. has begun an aggressive legal maneuver and attempted to contact patients directly and obtain releases of liability. If you are a victim of a defective Zimmer Cup and sign such a release, this can have serious legal consequences. You should always consult with an attorney before signing such a document, as you may be giving up your legal rights to sue, and may expose yourself to legal liability from your heath insurer or Medicare.
We believe that Zimmer Inc. failed to warn about the risks associated with these Zimmer Durom Hip Replacements and should be held accountable for any harm they have caused. The people who have suffered should be treated fairly and compensated for their losses.
If you or a loved one has suffered from defective Zimmer Cups you may have a claim. We have lawyers dedicated to serve you. Call us today for a free, no obligation consultation. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call toll free 1-866-777-2557 or click here to e-mail.