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The residue of this lubricant has been found to cause unfavorable reactions within the body that lead to the loosening either of the shell or in some cases, the shell never adhering to the bone in the first place. It was by investigation from Sulzer that it became apparent small amounts of the mineral oil-based lubricants had leaked into the machine coolant and remained on the shells even after the cleansing process. Out of the 25,000 parts recalled, 17,500 had actually been implanted. Sulzer parts not included by the recall have been manufactured by another process and therefore are not affected. Although the FDA is not requiring surgeons to contact the patient, Sulzer is recommending they do so. It is Sulzers primary purpose to deliver all pertinent information regarding the recall to the appropriate parties. Symptoms include but are not limited to: Upon implantation up to 6 weeks Increased thigh pain Pain with ambulation, rising from a seated position Groin or anterior trochanteric pain 6 weeks to 3 months Pain when weight is placed upon hip, requiring a cane or crutch Not being able to exert resistance tested in straight raised leg test or side-lying abduction test At or beyond 3 months X-rays only periodically indicate a nearly complete radiolucent line around the acetabular component Criticism of Sulzer for failing to take action sooner indicates that they waited nearly a year to take the products off the market even though surgeons noticed patients implanted with the product experienced more difficulty than usual. IF YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW HAS BEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED, YOU NEED THE LAW FIRM OF BOURGAULT & HARDING CALL 800.880.1438 Copyright 2006 - All Rights Reserved Bourgault & Harding, A Law Firm 1100 East Bridger Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101 tel 702.384.8023 fax 702.384.5731 Nevada Defective Hip Replacements Attorneys Disclaimer: The Las Vegas Auto Accidents, and Big-Rig Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Bicycle Accidents, Airplane Accidents, Bus & Train Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Boating & Watercraft Accidents, Swimming Pool Accidents, Amusement Park Accidents, Construction Site Accidents, Drunk Driver Accidents, Defective Roads Accidents, Wrongful Death, Spinal Cord Injury, Traumatic Brain Injury, Burn Injury, Animal Attacks/Dog Bite, Slip and Fall Accidents, Premises Liability, Dangerous Drugs Litigation, Defective Medical Devices, Medical Malpractice, Legal Malpractice, Product Liability, Toxic Substances in Nevada. Please contact a Nevada Personal Injury Lawyer, Las Vegas Personal Injury Attorney. This web site is not intended to solicit clients for matters outside of the state of Nevada. ©2006 The Law Offices of Bourgault & Harding. Las Vegas, Nevada Personal Injury Lawyers, serving the communities of: Las Vegas, Clark County Nevada. 
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