{"id":1459,"date":"2013-03-04T13:29:09","date_gmt":"2013-03-04T19:29:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mapleslawokc.com\/blog\/?p=1459"},"modified":"2013-03-04T13:29:09","modified_gmt":"2013-03-04T19:29:09","slug":"johnson-johnson-recalls-knee-replacement-device-cause-fractures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mapleslawokc.com\/blog\/product-liability\/johnson-johnson-recalls-knee-replacement-device-cause-fractures\/","title":{"rendered":"Johnson &#038; Johnson Recalls Knee Replacement Device that Can Cause Fractures"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>An orthopedic device used in reconstructive knee surgery has been recalled because of the potential for fractures to occur. According to a <em>Reuters<\/em> news report, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a Class I recall of the LPS Diaphyseal Sleeve manufactured by DePuy, the orthopedic unit of Johnson &#038; Johnson.<\/p>\n<p>The defective medical devices were manufactured between 2008 and July 20, 2012. Officials say that the devices can fracture at the joint, resulting in compromised soft tissue, loss of limb, or even death. The FDA reports that there have already been 10 known incidents in which the orthopedic device has failed or malfunctioned in some way.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>The LPS Diaphyseal Sleeve is not the only Johnson &#038; Johnson medical device that has caused serious harm to patients. There are a number of ongoing lawsuits involving the company&#8217;s ASR XL hip implant as well. About 93,000 ASR artificial hips were recalled in 2010 after it became clear that they have high failure rates. Thousands required revision surgeries. Studies from the United Kingdom and Australia also showed that these metal-on-metal hip implants could cause metal poisoning in patients in addition to causing other serious health complications.<\/p>\n<p>If you or a loved one is suffering complications after having a medical device surgically implanted, you should speak to your doctor right away. It is possible that you may need to have the device removed or replaced. It is also advisable to discuss your potential claim with a skilled <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mapleslawokc.com\/dangerous-products-drugs.html\">product liability attorney in Oklahoma<\/a>. Financial compensation may be available for your medical bills, lost wages, and other related damages.<\/p>\n<p>The experienced Oklahoma personal injury lawyers at the Maples Law Firm know how to hold negligent product manufacturers accountable for their wrongdoing. We provide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mapleslawokc.com\/free-case-evaluation.html\">no-cost consultations<\/a> at (405) 705-5050 to anyone who has suffered serious complications as the result of a defective product.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>An orthopedic device used in reconstructive knee surgery has been recalled because of the potential for fractures to occur. 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