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Faulty medical implants investigation: Patients at risk from flaws in medical device rules, admit EU chiefs – Telegraph

October 26, 2012

Faulty medical implants investigation: Patients at risk from flaws in medical device rules, admit EU chiefs – Telegraph. Faulty medical …

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Faulty medical implants investigation: Surgeons’ letter to the Telegraph – Telegraph

October 26, 2012

Faulty medical implants investigation: Surgeons’ letter to the Telegraph – Telegraph. Faulty medical implants investigation: Surgeons’ letter to the Telegraph …

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Faulty medical implants investigation: ‘We can help you label it European so China is not on packaging’ – Telegraph

October 26, 2012

Faulty medical implants investigation: ‘We can help you label it European so China is not on packaging’ – Telegraph. Faulty …

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Dodgy medical implants getting approved – EasyBlog

October 26, 2012

Dodgy medical implants getting approved – EasyBlog. Dodgy medical implants getting approved By Ed Towner 23.10.12 Undercover reports suggest Britain’s …

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What Hip Patients Need to Know About the Recent Fungal Meningitis Outbreak

October 24, 2012

Based on our experience with our hip implant clients, we know that many of them receive  steroid injections to help …

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Video: Faulty hip implants have ruined lives says Orthopaedic Professor – Telegraph

October 24, 2012

Video: Faulty hip implants have ruined lives says Orthopaedic Professor – Telegraph. Faulty hip implants have ruined lives says Orthopaedic …

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Arianna Huffington: On New Hips, Old Habits and the Inestimable Value of Giving Blood

October 24, 2012

Source: Arianna Huffington: On New Hips, Old Habits and the Inestimable Value of Giving Blood. [Earlsview – what a fantastic account …

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Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants: Should You Be Worried?

October 22, 2012

Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants: Should You Be Worried? By Ben Greenwood, Dunkirk Lane, Hyde, Manchester, SK14 4NL. 19th October 2012 Over 300,000 …

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Hip disorder cured using stem cells

October 22, 2012

Hip disorder cured using stem cells. Hip disorder cured using stem cells Last Updated: Sunday, October 21, 2012,11:57 Bangalore: A …

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Hip Resurfacing | Hip Replacement Alternatives | Arthritis Today

October 20, 2012

Hip Resurfacing | Hip Replacement Alternatives | Arthritis Today. Researchers Warn Against Hip Resurfacing A major study finds high failure …

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Australia – Walking wounded: many unaware of faulty implants

October 20, 2012

Walking wounded: many unaware of faulty implants. Walking wounded: many unaware of faulty implants Date October 20, 2012 Julia Medew Therese …

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Greater wear reduction seen with ceramic-on-poly vs metal-on-poly hips | Orthopedics Today

October 20, 2012

Greater wear reduction seen with ceramic-on-poly vs metal-on-poly hips | Orthopedics Today. Greater wear reduction seen with ceramic-on-poly vs metal-on-poly …

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Imaging, patient symptoms should be considered before metal-on-metal THR revisions | Orthopedics

October 20, 2012

Imaging, patient symptoms should be considered before metal-on-metal THR revisions | Orthopedics. Imaging, patient symptoms should be considered before metal-on-metal …

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‘Short stay’ hip arthroplasty patients show good results | Orthopedics

October 20, 2012

‘Short stay’ hip arthroplasty patients show good results | Orthopedics. ‘Short stay’ hip arthroplasty patients show good results October 18, …

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Parts of Two Wright Profemur Hip Injury Lawsuits Dismissed

October 20, 2012

Parts of Two Wright Profemur Hip Injury Lawsuits Dismissed Posted: 17 Oct 2012 05:58 AM PDT Source: Source: AboutLawsuits.com email newsletter 19 Oct …

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Dutch advise STOP use of Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacements

October 20, 2012

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2012 The hard lesson of metal-on-metal hip implants. Ned Tijdschr Geneeskd. 2012;156(42):A5564 [Article in Dutch] Verhaar JA. Source …

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FINALLY- Experts find explanation for hip joint pain (From The Northern Echo)

October 18, 2012

Experts find explanation for hip joint pain (From The Northern Echo). Newcastle University researchers find explanation for pain in people …

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Growing metal-on-metal hip controversy threatens to swallow more device makers | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News

October 17, 2012

Growing metal-on-metal hip controversy threatens to swallow more device makers | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News. Growing metal-on-metal hip …

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First faulty hip implants case brought | Irish Examiner

October 16, 2012

First faulty hip implants case brought | Irish Examiner. First faulty hip implants case brought By Ann O’Loughlin Tuesday, October …

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Disgraceful – NHS age discrimination ”rations surgery” – Public Service

October 16, 2012

NHS age discrimination ”rations surgery” – Public Service. NHS age discrimination ”rations surgery” 15 October 2012  The NHS has been …

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Lorraine – natural treatments may work on artificial joints too?

October 16, 2012

Earl, I read your letters every day.  So many people having difficulties world wide.  I have the Stryker TritonCeramic-on Ceramic Alumina. Recall reasons, contaminated …

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Johnson & Johnson facing massive class action – ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation)

October 15, 2012

Johnson & Johnson facing massive class action – ABC News (Australian Broadcasting Corporation). Medical giant Johnson & Johnson is facing …

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The risk of revision due to dislocation after total hip arthroplasty [Acta Orthop. 2012] – PubMed – NCBI

October 15, 2012

The risk of revision due to dislocation after to… [Acta Orthop. 2012] – PubMed – NCBI. Acta Orthop. 2012 Oct 8. …

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Australian Joint Registry Results – 2012 – MUST READ

October 15, 2012

Reports 2012 Annual Report in PDF format (29.6MB). Published October 2012. Supplementary Reports 2012 Lay Summary in PDF format (645KB). Published October …

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Opinion: Protect patients’rights, protect patients’ lives

October 15, 2012

http://www.cnn.com/2012/10/12/health/medical-malpractice/index.html Opinion: Protect patients’rights, protect patients’ lives By Mary Alice McLarty, Special to CNN updated 8:53 AM EDT, Fri October 12, …

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It isn’t just MoM prosthesis that’s a problem… Paul’s story

October 15, 2012

It isn’t just MoM prosthesis that’s a problem. In Sept 2006 I had a total hip replacement. The surgeon used …

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Stryker Rejuvenate Hip—Nothing but Agony

October 14, 2012

Source: Stryker Rejuvenate Hip—Nothing but Agony. Stryker Rejuvenate Hip—Nothing but Agony October 12, 2012, 02:00:00PM. By Jane Mundy Burns, TN: Ewell was given …

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Stryker Launches Revolutionary Computer Assisted Surgery Technology for Hip Fractures — KALAMAZOO, Mich., Oct. 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ —

October 13, 2012

Stryker Launches Revolutionary Computer Assisted Surgery Technology for Hip Fractures — KALAMAZOO, Mich., Oct. 4, 2012 /PRNewswire/ —. Stryker Launches …

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Analysis: When implanted medical devices go wrong, who pays? | Reuters

October 11, 2012

Analysis: When implanted medical devices go wrong, who pays? | Reuters. Analysis: When implanted medical devices go wrong, who pays? …

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Choosing a Bearing Material for Hip Arthroplasty: Commentary on an article by Ingrid Milošev, PhD, et al.:

October 11, 2012

The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery | Article. The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, Volume 94, Issue 19 …

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The FDA is there to protect patients? Bullsh*t …

October 11, 2012

The FDA is there to protect patients? Bullsht | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News. The FDA is there to …

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Australian National Registry Reports Staggering 44% Revision Rate of DePuy ASR XL Hip Implants | Ring Of Fire Radio: Robert Kennedy Jr, Mike Papantonio and Sam Seder

October 11, 2012

Australian National Registry Reports Staggering 44% Revision Rate of DePuy ASR XL Hip Implants | Ring Of Fire Radio: Robert …

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Low revision rate after total hip arthroplasty in patients with pediatric hip diseases.

October 11, 2012

Low revision rate after total hip arthroplasty i… [Acta Orthop. 2012] – PubMed – NCBI. Acta Orthop. 2012 Oct 8. [Epub …

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Re: Mortality and implant revision rates of hip arthroplasty in patients with osteoarthritis: registry based cohort study | BMJ

October 11, 2012

Re: Mortality and implant revision rates of hip arthroplasty in patients with osteoarthritis: registry based cohort study | BMJ. Earlsview …

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Hip resurfacing ‘not suitable’ for women – Health – Beverley Guardian

October 7, 2012

Hip resurfacing ‘not suitable’ for women – Health – Beverley Guardian. Hip resurfacing ‘not suitable’ for women Published on Saturday 6 …

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Major Study Says Hip Resurfacing has High Failure Rates, Particularly Poor Performance in Women

October 6, 2012

Headline Story | equities.com. Major Study Says Hip Resurfacing has High Failure Rates, Particularly Poor Performance in Women PR Web …

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Moving Toward Sex-Specific Surgery? The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery | Article

October 6, 2012

The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery | Article. The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, Volume 93, Issue 23 …

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The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery | Article

October 6, 2012

The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery | Article. The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, Volume 93, Issue 23 …

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The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery | Article

October 6, 2012

The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery | Article. The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, Volume 94, Issue 4 …

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The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery | Article

October 6, 2012

The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery | Article. Scientific Articles   |   February 15, 2012  Understanding Why Metal-on-Metal Hip Arthroplasties Fail: A Comparison …

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Knee and hip surgery rates increase – Australian Ageing Agenda: Aged Care and Retirement Industry News and Issues

October 5, 2012

Knee and hip surgery rates increase – Australian Ageing Agenda: Aged Care and Retirement Industry News and Issues. Knee and …

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Smith & Nephew Withdraw THR version of BHR – Warning issued about hip implant

October 5, 2012

Radio New Zealand : News : National : Warning issued about hip implant. Warning issued about hip implant Updated at …

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26% Failure in Female Smith & Nephew BHR’s – and higher failure in older males…

October 5, 2012

26% Failure in Female Smith & Nephew BHR’s – and higher failure in older males… The ten-year survival of the Birmingham… [J …

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Q: Who is going to pay the Mortgage Mr Smith & Nephew while two BHR’s are revised?

October 5, 2012

Two BHR’s bite the dust – tip of the Iceberg – come clean Mr Smith & Nephew This is a …

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Hip Replacement Found Safer for Women Than Resurfacing – Bloomberg

October 4, 2012

Hip Replacement Found Safer for Women Than Resurfacing – Bloomberg. Hip Replacement Found Safer for Women Than Resurfacing By Allison …

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FDA Asks Judge to Dismiss Spying Suit Filed by Employees – Businessweek

October 4, 2012

FDA Asks Judge to Dismiss Spying Suit Filed by Employees – Businessweek. Bloomberg News FDA Asks Judge to Dismiss Spying …

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Hip Resurfacing Shows Higher Failure Rate Than Replacement –Doctors Lounge

October 4, 2012

Hip Resurfacing Shows Higher Failure Rate Than Replacement –Doctors Lounge. Hip Resurfacing Shows Higher Failure Rate Than Replacement Last Updated: …

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NZ – Metal on Metal – Smith & Nephew – Medsafe hip device statement | Scoop News

October 4, 2012

Medsafe hip device statement | Scoop News. Medsafe hip device statement Wednesday, 3 October 2012, 4:14 pm Press Release: Ministry …

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Warning Over Birmingham Hip Modular Head (BHMH)… | Stuff.co.nz

October 4, 2012

Warning Over Birmingham Hip Modular Head (BHMH)… | Stuff.co.nz. Warning over metal hip implant STACEY KIRK Last updated 19:48 03/10/2012 …

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Unacceptably High Failure Rates Found In Hip Resurfacing Operations

October 4, 2012

Unacceptably High Failure Rates Found In Hip Resurfacing Operations. Unacceptably High Failure Rates Found In Hip Resurfacing Operations Article Date: …

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Hip resurfacing ‘not suitable’ for women – Health – Halifax Courier

October 4, 2012

Hip resurfacing ‘not suitable’ for women – Health – Halifax Courier. Hip resurfacing ‘not suitable’ for women Published on Thursday 4 …

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Alert issued for another hip implant – 04-Oct-2012 – NZ Health & Safety news

October 4, 2012

Alert issued for another hip implant – 04-Oct-2012 – NZ Health & Safety news. Alert issued for another hip implant The British …

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Hip resurfacing failures in women called too high – Health – CBC News

October 4, 2012

Hip resurfacing failures in women called too high – Health – CBC News. Hip resurfacing failures in women called too …

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NZ – Hip replacement implant inquiry a no-brainer – Street | Voxy.co.nz

October 4, 2012

Hip replacement implant inquiry a no-brainer – Street | Voxy.co.nz. Hip replacement implant inquiry a no-brainer – Street   Contributor: …

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Hundreds of NZ hip replacements are faulty – National – NZ Herald News

October 4, 2012

Hundreds of NZ hip replacements are faulty – National – NZ Herald News. Hundreds of NZ hip replacements are faulty …

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FDA warns Zimmer over manufacturing of hip devices – chicagotribune.com

October 4, 2012

FDA warns Zimmer over manufacturing of hip devices – chicagotribune.com. FDA warns Zimmer over manufacturing of hip devices Reuters 4:58 …

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Hip Resurfacing Has High Rate of Failure: Study : Consumer News : Medical Daily

October 4, 2012

Hip Resurfacing Has High Rate of Failure: Study : Consumer News : Medical Daily. Hip Resurfacing Has High Rate of …

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Half of all medical reporting ‘is subject to spin’ – Health News – NHS Choices

October 4, 2012

Half of all medical reporting ‘is subject to spin’ – Health News – NHS Choices. Half of medical reporting ‘is …

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Biomet Issues Addressed at FDA Meeting

October 4, 2012

Two representatives for Biomet’s metal-on-metal hip replacement products may have avoided talking about some serious issues at an FDA meeting …

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Stuart’s DePuy debacle continues to rob his health – another operation…

October 3, 2012

Here We Go Again Stuart Cain, Brisbane, QLD, Australia I have had a lot of time recently to ponder the …

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Hip Resurfacing Draws Warning After Study Published in Lancet – NYTimes.com

October 3, 2012

Hip Resurfacing Draws Warning After Study Published in Lancet – NYTimes.com. Warning Issued on Alternative Hip Replacement Procedure By BARRY MEIER …

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Shake-up of EU medical device regulations shocks industry

October 3, 2012

Shake-up of EU medical device regulations shocks industry. Source: http://www.buildingbetterhealthcare.co.uk/news/article_page/Shakeup_of_EU_medical_device_regulations_shocks_industry/81250  Shake-up of EU medical device regulations shocks industry Medical Devices | Market Information | Regulatory | …

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Ban ‘failing’ hip resurfacing implants for women, say surgeons | Mail Online

October 3, 2012

Ban ‘failing’ hip resurfacing implants for women, say surgeons | Mail Online. Ban ‘failing’ hip resurfacing implants for women, say …

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This is AMAZING – Implanted Eye Device

September 30, 2012

FDA Panel Says Yes to Implanted Eye Device. FDA Panel Says Yes to Implanted Eye Device By David Pittman, Washington Correspondent, …

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Orthopedic startup in Indiana aims to sell cheaper, more durable total hip implant | MedCity News

September 29, 2012

Orthopedic startup in Indiana aims to sell cheaper, more durable total hip implant | MedCity News. Orthopedic startup in Indiana …

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Medical Devices Vulnerable to Hacking Need Oversight – Businessweek

September 29, 2012

Medical Devices Vulnerable to Hacking Need Oversight – Businessweek. Bloomberg News Medical Devices Vulnerable to Hacking Need Oversight By Jordan …

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Smith & Nephew Ethics…

September 27, 2012

Here is one page in Smith & Nephews code of ethics– Paragraph 2 beginning with “Smith & Nephew” third sentence …

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Stryker Recalls Neptune Devices After Death Reported – Bloomberg

September 27, 2012

Stryker Recalls Neptune Devices After Death Reported – Bloomberg. Stryker Recalls Neptune Devices After Death Reported By Michelle Fay Cortez …

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GOT-CHA — Hips: Smith & Nephew issues failure warning on Birmingham metal-on-metal hips | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News

September 26, 2012

Source: Hips: Smith & Nephew issues failure warning on Birmingham metal-on-metal hips | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News. Hips: Smith …

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Australia – Stuart Cain DePuy Tragedy Continues…

September 26, 2012

Australia – Stuart Cain DePuy Tragedy Continues… This article has been produced to appear in two national newspapers here in …

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Metal-on-Metal hip Implants Can Corrode | FDA Reports

September 26, 2012

Metal-on-Metal hip Implants Can Corrode | FDA Reports. Metal-on-Metal hip Implants Can Corrode At the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) …

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WOW!!! Biomet Announces Lifetime Limited Implant Replacement Warranty on Oxford(R) Partial Knee When Implanted with Signature(TM) Personalized Patient Care System – MarketWatch

September 26, 2012

Biomet Announces Lifetime Limited Implant Replacement Warranty on Oxford(R) Partial Knee When Implanted with Signature(TM) Personalized Patient Care System – …

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FDA Presentation Describes Corrosion of Metal Hip Implants

September 26, 2012

A presentation at a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) meeting about metal-on-metal hip implants covered the life-threatening corrosion that occurs …

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Corrosion at the neck-stem junction as a cause of metal ion release and pseudotumour formation

September 25, 2012

Corrosion at the neck-stem junction as a cause of metal ion release and pseudotumour formation. Corrosion at the neck-stem junction …

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Where are the Transvaginal Mesh Studies Requested by the FDA? – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts

September 25, 2012

Where are the Transvaginal Mesh Studies Requested by the FDA? – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts. …

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MRI Findings in Painful Metal-on-Metal H… [AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2012] – PubMed – NCBI

September 25, 2012

MRI Findings in Painful Metal-on-Metal H… [AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2012] – PubMed – NCBI. AJR Am J Roentgenol. 2012 …

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Hip Replacement – Effect of high-dose preoperative methylprednisolone on recovery after total hip arthroplasty: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial

September 23, 2012

Effect of high-dose preoperative methylprednisolone on recovery after total hip arthroplasty: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial. Effect of high-dose preoperative …

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Hip Replacement – Arthroplasty wound complications linked to oral anticoagulant use

September 23, 2012

Arthroplasty wound complications linked to oral anticoagulant use. Arthroplasty wound complications linked to oral anticoagulant use Published on September 21, …

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Australia – Sky News: Hip replacements should be checked – TGA

September 22, 2012

Sky News: Hip replacements should be checked – TGA. Hip replacements should be checked – TGA Updated: 08:07, Friday September …

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Australia – TGA Information for Health Professionals – Metal-on-metal hip replacement implants

September 21, 2012

Metal-on-metal hip replacement implants. Metal-on-metal hip replacement implants Information for general practitioners, orthopaedic surgeons and other health professionals 20 September …

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Toward a better material for hip replacement and other joint implants

September 21, 2012

Toward a better material for hip replacement and other joint implants. Toward a better material for hip replacement and other …

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YAHOO — Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hip Lawsuit Filed Over Metal Poisoning – AboutLawsuits.com

September 21, 2012

Source: Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hip Lawsuit Filed Over Metal Poisoning – AboutLawsuits.com. Smith & Nephew Birmingham Hip Lawsuit Filed Over …

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Engineering a Better Hip Implant

September 19, 2012

Engineering a Better Hip Implant. Engineering a Better Hip Implant Released: 9/18/2012 2:50 PM EDT Source: University of Iowa Newswise — University …

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UK – National Joint Registry 9th Annual Report 2012

September 19, 2012

National Joint Registry 9th Annual Report 2012. NCAPOP: HOSPITAL NON-COMPLIANCE RISKING JOINT PATIENT SAFETY, NJR REPORT FINDS 13 September 2012 …

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SCARY – Study finds elevated levels of cobalt and chromium in offspring of patients with metal-on-metal hip implants

September 19, 2012

Study finds elevated levels of cobalt and chromium in offspring of patients with metal-on-metal hip implants. Study Finds Elevated Levels …

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UK – Hospitals failing to comply with National Joint Registry submissions | Arthritis Research UK

September 18, 2012

Source: Hospitals failing to comply with National Joint Registry submissions | Arthritis Research UK. Hospitals ‘failing to comply with National Joint …

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Smith & Nephew BHR – A benign psoas mass following metal-on-metal resurfacing of the hip

September 15, 2012

A benign psoas mass following metal-on-metal resurfacing of the hip. Source: http://www.bjj.boneandjoint.org.uk/content/88-B/3/402.full A benign psoas mass following metal-on-metal resurfacing of …

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Smith & Nephew launches new hinge knee implant

September 15, 2012

Source: Headline Story | equities.com. Smith & Nephew launches new hinge knee implant Comtex News Network Sep 14, 2012 (Datamonitor via …

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No early link between all-metal hip implants and cancer-study | Reuters

September 15, 2012

No early link between all-metal hip implants and cancer-study | Reuters. No early link between all-metal hip implants and cancer-study …

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Plaintiffs look to depose new Johnson & Johnson CEO Gorsky in DePuy ASR lawsuit | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News

September 15, 2012

Plaintiffs look to depose new Johnson & Johnson CEO Gorsky in DePuy ASR lawsuit | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry …

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Lawsuits over hip implants filed against Stryker in Texas, New Jersey

September 15, 2012

SOURCE: Report: Lawsuits over hip implants filed against Stryker in Texas, New Jersey | MLive.com. Lawsuits over hip implants filed against …

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Silicon Nitride Demonstrates Statistical Superior Osteointegration and Anti-infective Biomaterial Properties – Entertainment News – redOrbit

September 15, 2012

Silicon Nitride Demonstrates Statistical Superior Osteointegration and Anti-infective Biomaterial Properties – Entertainment News – redOrbit. Silicon Nitride Demonstrates Statistical Superior …

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New Zealand – Medical Devices – Medsafe Guidelines for MoM hips

September 14, 2012

Medical Devices. Management of Patients with Metal on Metal Hip Implants. Medsafe and the New Zealand Orthopaedic Association (NZOA) (www.NZOA.org.nz) support …

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South Africa – Sixty sue for dud hip joints – Crime & Courts | IOL News | IOL.co.za

September 14, 2012

Sixty sue for dud hip joints – Crime & Courts | IOL News | IOL.co.za. Sixty sue for dud hip …

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THIS IS UNBELIEVABLE – Long-term results, durability, modularity among advantages of metal-on-metal hips | Orthopedics Today

September 13, 2012

Long-term results, durability, modularity among advantages of metal-on-metal hips | Orthopedics Today. Long-term results, durability, modularity among advantages of metal-on-metal …

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Hip Replacements – Coatings extend hip implant life

September 13, 2012

Source: Engineering Capacity – Coatings extend hip implant life. Coatings extend hip implant life 11 Sep 2012 New PVD silver bearing …

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Smith & Nephew Birmingham hip resurfacing at a mean of ten years

September 10, 2012

Birmingham hip resurfacing at a mean of ten years. Birmingham hip resurfacing at a mean of ten years Results from …

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Interview with Derek McMinn and Ronan Treacy – Orthopaedic Product News

September 10, 2012

Orthopaedic Product News – For Today’s Orthopaedic Professional. COMPANY INTERVIEW Derek McMinn and Ronan Treacy Mr Derek McMinn MD FRCS …

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Retrieval Analysis of 130 Metal-on-Metal Hips Showed that the ASR is Higher Wearing when Compared to the BHR

September 10, 2012

OASIS. Source: AAOS 2012 Annual Meeting Date/Time:Tuesday, Feb 07, 2012, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Poster Hall/ Multimedia/ Scientific Exhibits: Tuesday, …

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EARLY CLINICAL FAILURE OF THE BIRMINGHAM METAL-ON-METAL HIP RESURFACING IS ASSOCIATED WITH METALOSIS AND SOFT TISSUE NECROSIS

September 10, 2012

EARLY CLINICAL FAILURE OF THE BIRMINGHAM METAL-ON-METAL HIP RESURFACING IS ASSOCIATED WITH METALOSIS AND SOFT TISSUE NECROSIS. EARLY CLINICAL FAILURE …

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Smith & Nephew Birmingham hip resurfacing – THE PREVALENCE OF FAILURE

September 10, 2012

Birmingham hip resurfacing. Birmingham hip resurfacing THE PREVALENCE OF FAILURE A. D. Carrothers, MBChB, MRCS, DipIMC, RCSEd, Orthopaedic Specialist Registrar1; …

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Nerve palsy associated with total hip replacement

September 9, 2012

Source: J Bone Joint Surg Am. 1991 Aug;73(7):1074-80. Nerve palsy associated with total hip replacement. Risk factors and prognosis. Schmalzried TP, …

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NERVE INJURY AFTER POSTERIOR AND DIRECT LATERAL APPROACHES FOR HIP REPLACEMENT.

September 9, 2012

NERVE INJURY AFTER POSTERIOR AND DIRECT LATERAL APPROACHES FOR HIP REPLACEMENT. A CLINICAL AND ELECTROPHYSIOLOGICAL STUDY ADRIAN E. WEALE, PIERS …

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Complications Of Total Hip Replacement

September 9, 2012

Source: Physiotherapy Site, Physiotherapists, Physio, Complications Of Total Hip Replacement. Hip Replacement Complications Hip replacement is an astonishingly successful operation. However, …

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FINALLY — New rules to end secrecy over safety of medical implants – Telegraph

September 9, 2012

New rules to end secrecy over safety of medical implants – Telegraph. New rules to end secrecy over safety of …

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One- Versus Two-stage Bilateral Total Hip Arthroplasty | Orthopedics

September 8, 2012

One- Versus Two-stage Bilateral Total Hip Arthroplasty | Orthopedics. One- Versus Two-stage Bilateral Total Hip Arthroplasty [Earl‘s note – seems …

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Evaluation of Reducing Postoperative Hip Precautions in Total Hip Replacement

September 8, 2012

Evaluation of Reducing Postoperative Hip Precautions in Total Hip Replacement: A Randomized Prospective Study | Orthopedics. Evaluation of Reducing Postoperative …

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Patients with metal-on-metal hips being contacted after UK officials issue alert | Orthopedics Today

September 7, 2012

Patients with metal-on-metal hips being contacted after UK officials issue alert | Orthopedics Today. Patients with metal-on-metal hips being contacted …

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Neurosurgeon’s Conflict With Spine Device Company Sheds More Light on FDA Approval Process

September 7, 2012

Neurosurgeon’s Conflict With Spine Device Company Sheds More Light on FDA Approval Process. Neurosurgeon’s Conflict With Spine Device Company Sheds …

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Cementless Metaphyseal Fitting Anatomic Total Hip Arthroplasty with a Ceramic-on-Ceramic Bearing in Patients Thirty Years of Age or Younger

September 7, 2012

The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery | Article. The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, Volume 94, Issue 17 …

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Canada: Hip Replacement Surgery And Recovery Time Were Factors In Termination

September 7, 2012

Source: International Foundation. Canada: Hip Replacement Surgery And Recovery Time Were Factors In Termination, Ontario Human Rights Tribunal Rules Naomi Horrox …

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Journal Highlight: Differential distribution of cobalt, chromium, and nickel between whole blood, plasma and urine in patients after metal-on-metal (MoM) hip arthroplasty – Ezine – spectroscopyNOW.com

September 6, 2012

Journal Highlight: Differential distribution of cobalt, chromium, and nickel between whole blood, plasma and urine in patients after metal-on-metal (MoM) …

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DePuy Pinnacle MDL Court Orders Further Conference Regarding Explant Study Protocol Publicity, Rottenstein Law Group Reports

September 6, 2012

DePuy Pinnacle MDL Court Orders Further Conference Regarding Explant Study Protocol Publicity, Rottenstein Law Group Reports. DePuy Pinnacle MDL Court …

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Pensioner flies from New Zealand to Halesowen for hip op (From Halesowen News)

September 6, 2012

Pensioner flies from New Zealand to Halesowen for hip op (From Halesowen News). Pensioner flies from New Zealand to Halesowen …

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Introducing decision aids may lower surgery for arthritis | Science Codex

September 6, 2012

Introducing decision aids may lower surgery for arthritis | Science Codex. Introducing decision aids may lower surgery for arthritis posted …

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Jumbo cup in revision hip arthroplasty 53 cases with 84 months of follow-up – Orthopaedia Proceedings – Orthopaedia

September 3, 2012

Jumbo cup in revision hip arthroplasty 53 cases with 84 months of follow-up – Orthopaedia Proceedings – Orthopaedia. Jumbo cup in …

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26% Failure in Female Smith & Nephew BHR’s – The ten-year survival of the Birmingham… [J Bone Joint Surg Br. 2012] – PubMed – NCBI

September 2, 2012

26% Failure in Female Smith & Nephew BHR’s – and higher failure in older males… The ten-year survival of the …

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Peripheral neuropathy – MayoClinic.com

September 2, 2012

Peripheral neuropathy – MayoClinic.com. EARL’s NOTE: During my last hip revision I ended up with apparent damage to my peroneal …

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Resources for Managing Depression | Arthritis Self-Management

September 2, 2012

Resources for Managing Depression | Arthritis Self-Management. Source: http://www.arthritisselfmanagement.com/health/resources/resources-for-managing-depression/?page=all by David W. Golann Depression gets less attention than many of the …

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Arthritis and Depression

September 2, 2012

Arthritis and Depression. Source: http://www.arthritismd.com/arthritis-and-depression.html Arthritis and Depression: When Physical Pain Can Have an Effect on Emotional Pain Introduction: According to the …

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Depression in rheumatoid arthritis: a … [Psychosom Med. 2002 Jan-Feb] – PubMed – NCBI

September 2, 2012

Depression in rheumatoid arthritis: a … [Psychosom Med. 2002 Jan-Feb] – PubMed – NCBI. Psychosom Med. 2002 Jan-Feb;64(1):52-60. Depression in rheumatoid …

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NRAS – National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society – Rheumatoid arthritis and depression

September 2, 2012

NRAS – National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society – Rheumatoid arthritis and depression. Rheumatoid arthritis and depression – research studies Winter 2009: NRAS Taken …

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SAMe for Depression…and Arthritis and Liver Support

September 2, 2012

SAMe for Depression…and Arthritis and Liver Support. SAMe for Depression…and Arthritis and Liver Support Source: Dr Hyla Cass http://www.cassmd.com/library/SAMe.support.html You …

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Avoiding Arthritis–Related Depression and Anxiety – Osteoarthritis Center – EverydayHealth.com

September 2, 2012

Avoiding Arthritis–Related Depression and Anxiety – Osteoarthritis Center – EverydayHealth.com. Avoiding Arthritis-Related Depression and Anxiety What you can do to …

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Arthritis and Depression

September 2, 2012

Arthritis and Depression. Arthritis and Depression What is depression and how does it relate to arthritis? Depression is a mental …

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Is Depression Contributing to Pain

September 2, 2012

Is Depression Contributing to Pain. Source: Arthritis Today http://www.arthritis.org/depression-pain.php Pain in the arms, legs and back. Fatigue and sleep­lessness. Problems associated …

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Depression and Arthritis

September 2, 2012

Depression and Arthritis. Conquering Depression Associated With Arthritis – Psychological Toll of Arthritis Linked to Depression By Carol Eustice, About.com Guide …

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One-Third of Adults with Arthritis Suffer From Depression and Anxiety Too | Healthland | TIME.com

September 2, 2012

One-Third of Adults with Arthritis Suffer From Depression and Anxiety Too | Healthland | TIME.com. Arthritis Patients Often Have Anxiety …

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Millions of arthritis sufferers ‘are battling depression’ | Mail Online

September 2, 2012

Millions of arthritis sufferers ‘are battling depression’ | Mail Online. Millions of arthritis sufferers ‘are battling depression’ By JENNY HOPE …

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Arthritis Depression | Arthritis Anxiety | Arthritis Today Magazine

September 2, 2012

Arthritis Depression | Arthritis Anxiety | Arthritis Today Magazine. One-Third of People With Arthritis Have Anxiety and Depression A new …

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Key to burning fat faster discovered

September 2, 2012

Key to burning fat faster discovered. Key to burning fat faster discovered Date:8/22/2012 Enzymes involved in breaking down fat can …

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MUST READ – Two MoM Presentations to the FDA on MoM hips

September 1, 2012

  Two very informative presentations to the FDA on Metal on Metal Hips   Click on the links to download …

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No cancer rise in hip implant patients – Behind The Headlines – Rutland and Stamford Mercury

September 1, 2012

No cancer rise in hip implant patients – Behind The Headlines – Rutland and Stamford Mercury. No cancer rise in …

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Will a 2-year statute of limitations defense curb J&J’s DePuy hip lawsuits? | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News- page 1

September 1, 2012

Will a 2-year statute of limitations defense curb J&J’s DePuy hip lawsuits? | MassDevice – Medical Device Industry News- page …

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Metal-on-Metal Hip Trials Scheduled for 2013 – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts

September 1, 2012

Metal-on-Metal Hip Trials Scheduled for 2013 – Florida Mass Tort Attorneys, Lawyers | Searcy Mass Torts. Metal-on-Metal Hip Trials Scheduled …

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Why some metal hip replacements fail | Chemistry World

September 1, 2012

why some metal hip replacements fail | Chemistry World. Why some metal hip replacements fail By Elinor Hughes An investigation into …

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Relief Tips for Joints Besieged by Osteoarthritis – NYTimes.com

September 1, 2012

Relief Tips for Joints Besieged by Osteoarthritis – NYTimes.com. JULY 9, 2012, 12:01 AM Relief for Joints Besieged by Arthritis By JANE …

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Patients take on hip firms – Health – The Star

September 1, 2012

Patients take on hip firms – Health – The Star. Patients take on hip firms Hip removed: Lindsey Turner. Published …

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‘Total knee replacement helps 37 year old Yashodhamma walk on her feet again after 4 years’

September 1, 2012

‘Total knee replacement helps 37 year old Yashodhamma walk on her feet again after 4 years’. Bangalore:  A team of …

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Thromboprophylaxis after joint replacement misses targets | Rheumatology Update

September 1, 2012

Thromboprophylaxis after joint replacement misses targets | Rheumatology Update. Thromboprophylaxis after joint replacement misses targets 16 July, 2012 Tony James  Less …

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New Technique Reduces Hip Pain Osteoarthritis & The Need For Hip Replacements | Splash Press Release

September 1, 2012

New Technique Reduces Hip Pain Osteoarthritis & The Need For Hip Replacements | Splash Press Release. New Technique Reduces Hip …

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Herbal expert shares tips to prepare for surgery | Regina Leader-Post

September 1, 2012

Herbal expert shares tips to prepare for surgery | Regina Leader-Post. Herbal expert shares tips to prepare for surgery Letha …

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Clemson Knee Simulator to Help Improve Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty

September 1, 2012

Clemson Knee Simulator to Help Improve Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty. Clemson Knee Simulator to Help Improve Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty by GENE OSTROVSKY on Jul …

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LINKÖPING, Sweden: Sectra initiates cooperation with Zimmer for orthopaedic surgery

September 1, 2012

LINKÖPING, Sweden: Sectra initiates cooperation with Zimmer for orthopaedic surgery | Business Wire | Rock Hill Herald Online. Sectra initiates …

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Solicitor says DePuy case may affect 600 in Cork | The Cork News

September 1, 2012

Solicitor says DePuy case may affect 600 in Cork | The Cork News. Solicitor Says DePuy Case May Affect 600 …

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Stem cell-powered implant set to revolutionise orthopaedic surgery

September 1, 2012

Stem cell-powered implant set to revolutionise orthopaedic surgery. Stem cell-powered implant set to revolutionise orthopaedic surgery Scotland, UK Friday, August …

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Norfolk man’s legal action over hip replacements – Health – Eastern Daily Press

August 31, 2012

Norfolk man’s legal action over hip replacements – Health – Eastern Daily Press. Norfolk man’s legal action over hip replacements …

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Smith & Nephew: my top Woodford stock after dividend hike – Citywire Money

August 30, 2012

Smith & Nephew: my top Woodford stock after dividend hike – Citywire Money. Smith & Nephew: my top Woodford stock …

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GOOD NEWS —Smith and Nephew sees a decline Birmingham hip implant business

August 30, 2012

S&N sees a decline Birmingham hip implant business. S&N sees a decline Birmingham hip implant business 02/08/2012 Smith & Nephew …

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15-month wait for new hip unacceptable | TheSpec.com

August 30, 2012

15-month wait for new hip unacceptable | TheSpec.com. 15-month wait for new hip unacceptable Wait times for surgery I write …

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14 Orthopedic & Spine Device Company Financial Reports

August 30, 2012

14 Orthopedic & Spine Device Company Financial Reports. 14 Orthopedic & Spine Device Company Financial Reports  Written by  Laura Miller | August …

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Pluristem wins permit for muscle regeneration trial – Globes

August 30, 2012

Pluristem wins permit for muscle regeneration trial – Globes. Pluristem wins permit for muscle regeneration trial The clinical trial will …

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Revision of hip resurfacing arthroplasty with a bone-conserving short-stem implant

August 30, 2012

Journal of Medical Case Reports | Abstract | Revision of hip resurfacing arthroplasty with a bone-conserving short-stem implant: a case …

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» Medical device units recalled in Q2 represent eight-quarter high | MedCity News

August 30, 2012

» Medical device units recalled in Q2 represent eight-quarter high | MedCity News. Medical device units recalled in Q2 represent …

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Johnson & Johnson settles US hip replacement cases | Irish Examiner

August 30, 2012

Johnson & Johnson settles US hip replacement cases | Irish Examiner. Johnson & Johnson settles US hip replacement cases By …

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Code Pink – Fighting Against Breast Cancer

August 30, 2012

New info-graphic on Breast Cancer Source: http://www.onlinenursingprograms.com/code-pink/   Code Pink INFOGRAPHICS   Cancer is the epidemic of modern times. Unlike other diseases that …

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Hip damages claim rejected — Irish Medical Times

August 30, 2012

Hip damages claim rejected — Irish Medical Times. Hip damages claim rejected August 27, 2012 Ed Madden, BL Ed Madden, …

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Smith and Nephew – time to come clean – more facts, less spin

August 29, 2012

Howard has been reading and its time for Smith & Nephew to admit the facts – not spin In my …

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Acupuncture Reduces Hip Surgery Pain – New Research

August 26, 2012

Acupuncture Reduces Hip Surgery Pain – New Research. Acupuncture Reduces Hip Surgery Pain – New Research 25 AUGUST 2012  Acupuncture …

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‘Toxic’ hip replacement fears – Health – Bognor Regis Observer

August 26, 2012

‘Toxic’ hip replacement fears – Health – Bognor Regis Observer. ‘Toxic’ hip replacement fears Sunday 26 August 2012 11:27 Many …

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Passing on an eating disorder | smh.com.au

August 26, 2012

Passing on an eating disorder | smh.com.au. NOTE: Found this fascinating as my 10 year old daughter won’t eat solid food …

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Dr Steve – Question & Reply – Stryker ABG 11 modular stem recall

August 26, 2012

Denise asks about Stryker ABG 11 modular stem recall 22 August 21012 Have a question for Dr. Steve. What are your …

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Howard – Metal on Metal Hips – why doesn’t the Government act NOW?

August 26, 2012

Metal on Metal Hips – why doesn’t the Government act NOW? by Howard Sadwin, 25 August 2012 I have been …

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Bill Yancy, MD, offers some wise words on Back Surgery

August 26, 2012

Bill Yancy, MD, offers some wise words on Back Surgery Comments by Bill Yancey, MD, 25 August 2012 http://whatyourdoctor.blogspot.com Surgery has …

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Prediction of Functional Outcome at Six Months Following Total Hip Arthroplasty

August 24, 2012

Prediction of Functional Outcome at Six Months Following Total Hip Arthroplasty. Prediction of Functional Outcome at Six Months Following Total …

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Johnson & Johnson unit recalls bone putty | Fox News

August 24, 2012

Johnson & Johnson unit recalls bone putty | Fox News. Johnson & Johnson unit recalls bone putty Published August 22, …

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FDA Aims To Smooth Premarket Review process | Bloomberg BNA

August 24, 2012

FDA Aims To Smooth Premarket Review process | Bloomberg BNA. Wednesday, August 22, 2012 FDA Aims To Smooth Premarket Review …

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The case for partial knee replacement | Health & Fitness

August 23, 2012

The case for partial knee replacement | Health & Fitness. The case for partial knee replacement Tuesday, August 07, 2012 …

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Coast mum to get free $25k hip operation Local Gold Coast News | goldcoast.com.au |

August 23, 2012

Coast mum to get free $25k hip operation Local Gold Coast News | goldcoast.com.au | Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. Coast …

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FDA Executives Knew About Plan to Spy on Whistle-Blower Scientists

August 23, 2012

FDA Executives Knew About Plan to Spy on Whistle-Blower Scientists. FDA Executives Knew About Plan to Spy on Scientists August …

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FDA SpyGate — New Revelations Challenge The New York Times Investigation of Agency “Enemies List”

August 22, 2012

FDA SpyGate — New Revelations Challenge The New York Times Investigation of Agency “Enemies List,” Raise More Questions About the …

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Knee implants: more evidence needed?

August 22, 2012

Knee implants: more evidence needed? – Health – Belfast Newsletter. Knee implants: more evidence needed? Published on Wednesday 22 August 2012 …

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First DePuy Hip Replacement Lawsuits Settled for $200,000 Each

August 22, 2012

First DePuy Hip Replacement Lawsuits Settled for $200,000 Each – DrugWatch.com. First DePuy Hip Replacement Lawsuits Settled for $200,000 Each …

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New Surgical Approach Allows for Outpatient Total Hip Replacement

August 22, 2012

New Surgical Approach Allows for Outpatient Total Hip Replacement — WALNUT CREEK, Calif., Aug. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ —. New Surgical Approach …

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Weitz & Luxenberg Files First Case Involving Injuries Caused by Recalled Stryker ‘Rejuvenate’ and ‘ABG II’ Hip Implants | Virtual-Strategy Magazine

August 22, 2012

Weitz & Luxenberg Files First Case Involving Injuries Caused by Recalled Stryker ‘Rejuvenate’ and ‘ABG II’ Hip Implants | Virtual-Strategy …

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J&J Said to Pay $600,000 to Settle First Suits Over Hips – Businessweek

August 22, 2012

J&J Said to Pay $600,000 to Settle First Suits Over Hips – Businessweek. Bloomberg News J&J Said to Pay $600,000 …

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My tailor-made knee | Health | Express.co.uk

August 22, 2012

My tailor-made knee | Health | Express.co.uk MY TAILOR-MADE KNEE Kevin’s op has given him a new lease of life/DANIEL …

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‘Toxic’ hip replacement fears – Health – Belfast Newsletter

August 22, 2012

‘Toxic’ hip replacement fears – Health – Belfast Newsletter. ‘Toxic’ hip replacement fears Published on Tuesday 21 August 2012 21:29 Many …

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Call for information request for a scientific opinion on the safety of metal-on-metal joint replacements with a particular focus on hip implants| Scientific Committees

August 20, 2012

Call for information | Scientific Committees. Call for information  request for a scientific opinion on the safety of metal-on-metal joint …

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DePuy ASR Hip Implant Settlements Reached Prior To Jury Trial

August 20, 2012

DePuy ASR Hip Implant Settlements Reached Prior To Jury Trial. DePuy ASR Hip Implant Settlements Reached Prior To Jury Trial …

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Instability after total hip arthroplasty

August 20, 2012

World J Orthop 2012 August 18; 3(8): 122-130“ISSN 2218-5836 (online) doi:10.5312/wjo.v3.i8.122 Instability after total hip arthroplasty Brian C Werner, Thomas …

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Alcohol Use in Elective Total Hip Arthroplasty: Risk or Benefit? : CORR – Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research

August 20, 2012

Alcohol Use in Elective Total Hip Arthroplasty: Risk or Benefit? : CORR – Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research. Alcohol Use …

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Stryker Hip Implant Lawsuit | Stryker Trident Hip Recall

August 20, 2012

Stryker Hip Implant Lawsuit | Stryker Trident Hip Recall. New York Woman Seeks $6 Million for Stryker Hip Implant Injuries …

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Stryker Rejuvenate Modular & ABG II Modular-Neck Hip Complications

August 20, 2012

Stryker Rejuvenate Modular & ABG II Modular-Neck Hip Complications. Complications of Stryker Rejuvenate & ABG II Modular-Neck Hip Stems The …

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Fondaparinux safe in renal impairment – – Drug Topics

August 20, 2012

Fondaparinux safe in renal impairment – – Drug Topics. Fondaparinux safe in renal impairment By: Anna D. Garrett, PharmD, BCPS Anna …

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DePuy Hip Recall Attorneys Release Consumer Protection Guide: ‘What Every DePuy Hip Patient Needs to Know About Broadspire’

August 20, 2012

DePuy Hip Recall Attorneys Release Consumer Protection Guide: ‘What Every DePuy Hip Patient Needs to Know About Broadspire’ – KSWO, …

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What Is SAM-e? (S-adenosylmethionine)

August 20, 2012

What Is SAM-e? (S-adenosylmethionine). SAM-e (S-adenosylmethionine) Hype and warnings often circulate around dietary supplements. Yet another new over-the-counter dietary supplement known as …

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S-adenosylmethionine – natural help for Arthritic Pain & Depression?

August 20, 2012

S-adenosylmethionine. S-adenosylmethionine Overview: S-Adenosylmethionine (SAMe) is a naturally occurring compound that is found in almost every tissue and fluid in …

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Cry from the Heart – Where is Mr Smith & his Nephew?

August 20, 2012

Recent comment published on Earl‘sview that deserves more notice: Does Smith and Nephew not hear the cries from victims of …

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Pre Market Approval – Why does the Law shelter Smith & Nephew & others like them?

August 20, 2012

Premarket Approval by the FDA – why do we lose out? Reading this recent law review article by Professor Ralph Hall, …

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Variability in Costs Associated with Total Hip and Knee Replacement Implants

August 19, 2012

The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery | Article. Scientific Articles   |   August 08, 2012 Variability in Costs Associated with …

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Smith & Nephew R3 Hip Liner Recall Lawyer – Hip Implant Lawsuit Attorney

August 19, 2012

Smith & Nephew R3 Hip Liner Recall Lawyer – Hip Implant Lawsuit Attorney. The Smith & Nephew R3 Hip Implant …

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DePuy Hip Implant Claim Update: August 13, 2012 – Maryland Injury Lawyer Blog

August 19, 2012

DePuy Hip Implant Claim Update: August 13, 2012 – Maryland Injury Lawyer Blog. DePuy Hip Implant Claim Update: August 13, …

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All-metal hips ‘wear down faster’ – Health – Warwick Courier

August 19, 2012

All-metal hips ‘wear down faster’ – Health – Warwick Courier. All-metal hips ‘wear down faster’ Published on Sunday 19 August …

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‘CYCLOPS’ genes may serve as an Achilles’ heel in tumor cells

August 19, 2012

‘CYCLOPS’ genes may serve as an Achilles’ heel in tumor cells. ‘CYCLOPS’ genes may serve as an Achilles’ heel in …

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Transvaginal Mesh Failure | Transvaginal Mesh Litigation

August 19, 2012

Transvaginal Mesh Failure | Transvaginal Mesh Litigation. Transvaginal Mesh Complications Lead To A Growing Number Of Lawsuits Perry Larkin | …

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Bramhall mum sues over hip replacement that left her in ‘living hell’ | Manchester Evening News – menmedia.co.uk

August 19, 2012

Bramhall mum sues over hip replacement that left her in ‘living hell’ | Manchester Evening News – menmedia.co.uk. Bramhall mum …

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Three Quarters of Metal-on-Metal Hip Failures Occur in First Two Years, Study – DePuy Hip Replacement Lawsuit Information Site

August 19, 2012

Three Quarters of Metal-on-Metal Hip Failures Occur in First Two Years, Study – DePuy Hip Replacement Lawsuit Information Site. Three …

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Ion levels poor indicator for hip arthroplasty debris

August 19, 2012

Ion levels poor indicator for hip arthroplasty debris. Ion levels poor indicator for hip arthroplasty debris Published on August 17, …

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Smith & Nephew Hip Replacement Lawsuit Filed Over Failed Liner – AboutLawsuits.com

August 19, 2012

Smith & Nephew Hip Replacement Lawsuit Filed Over Failed Liner – AboutLawsuits.com. Smith & Nephew Hip Replacement Lawsuit Filed Over …

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