The Wright Profemur Hip replacement system is manufactured by the Wright Medical Group and has been used in thousands of hip replacement surgeries across the United States. However, recent studies have concluded that this product comes with a high failure rate and several health risks and serious complications. Because of this, the FDA has only now issued a public warning about the product. However, for thousands of patients that have been impacted by the Wright Profemur hip system, this warning comes too late.
Contacting a Wright Profemur Hip Replacement Lawyer
If you have experienced pain, health complications or the need for a correction surgery after being fitted with a Wright Profemur hip replacement system, then there is something you can do. Contacting a lawyer and filing a Wright Profemur hip lawsuit against the manufacturers of this faulty product can provide you with compensation for your pain, suffering and expenses. Our lawyers are currently meeting with patients that have experienced problems with any metal on metal systems including the Wright Profemur.
Some of the risks associated with the Wright Profemur hip system include:
- System failure: One of the main problems with this system is that if it is not installed exactly right, then it can fail. The metal on metal parts can become lose, causing the system to corrode or even shatter. This can result in extreme pain and the need for a revision surgery.
- Rapid Deterioration: The Wright systems are designed to bend; however, this can led to increased risk of deterioration and failures.
- Metal toxicity: Another big issue surrounding any metal on metal hip replacement system is that when the two metal pieces touch, they can release metal particles into the body. This can cause metal toxicity and metallosis.
- Extreme Pain: undergoing a hip replacement surgery is never easy and you can expect months of rehabilitation and weeks of pain. However, in time, you should feel more comfortable with daily activities such as walking, climbing stairs and even jogging. However, if you have been fitted with a faulty system, then you could experience continuous pain that can be even worse than before.
Metal on Metal Hip Replacement Lawsuit
Surgery comes with a number of risks and complications. However, the Wrights Medical Group failed to warn patients about the health risks and high failure rates of their product. The systems did not undergo extensive safety checks before they were sold and fitted and thus the manufacturers have a legal responsibility to pay for any damages this lack of information has caused.
Do I Have a Case?
The best way to determine if you are eligible to file a Wright Profemur hip replacement lawsuit is to speak to a lawyer. There is nothing to pay unless you win your case and it only takes a few moments to speak to someone about your legal rights. Please contact our 24 hour hotline at 1-800-732-3070 or fill in a form on the side of this page.