Hip Replacement Patients Complain of Debilitating Side Effects

Numerous Patients Complained about Stryker Side Effects

Patients who have received Stryker hip implants that contain Rejuvenate and AGB II parts have complained of uncomfortable side effects such as pain, tissue damage and swelling. Although the Stryker hip implants are not made entirely of metal, people who receive these implants complain of injuries that are reported by victims of metal-on-metal hip implant devices. These devices are linked to a number of side effects, including:

• Metallosis
• Non-cancerous tumors around implant site
• Hip implant failure
• Cobalt poisoning
• Cancer
• Dislocated hip
• Bone fractures
• Tissue death around implant site
• Metal poisoning

Stryker Hip Implant Stem Prone to Fretting and Corrosion

The Rejuvenate’s cobalt-chromium neck and titanium stem were supposed to provide better support and stability to active patients. Because the components were available in different sizes, the hip implant could be customized to accommodate the unique needs of a variety of patients. The July 2012 recall was issued due to concerns that the metal hip implant stems could be prone to corrosion or fretting at the modular neck joint. Stryker sent out an Urgent Update Product Recall letter to hospitals that recommended routine testing for metal contamination even in asymptomatic patients.

Following the recall, numerous people who have suffered debilitating pain from their Stryker hip implant complications have filed lawsuits. They allege that Stryker knew of their products’ dangers but failed to warn doctors and patients about the risks. The plaintiffs in these Stryker lawsuits claim that the hip implant complications are not rare and that the devices have an unreasonably high failure rate.

If You Received a Stryker Hip Implant, Take Legal Action

Because the metal Stryker hip implant stems can be used in both ceramic and metal-on-metal hip replacements, it is important to review your medical records to find out if you received the Stryker Rejuvenate or AGB II stem. Unfortunately, many patients have learned the hard way that removal surgery is far more invasive than the implant surgery because the femoral stem must be completely removed.

If you underwent hip implant surgery after January 1, 2009 and have experienced any of these significant side effects, you may be eligible to file a Stryker lawsuit. Visit the Stryker Metal Hip Implant Recall Class Action Lawsuit Investigation for more information about your legal rights. When you submit information about your injury via the online form, a lawyer will review your claim for free. If you qualify to join a Stryker lawsuit, you could be able to get compensation for your pain and suffering, medical expenses, lost wages and other losses you experienced.