Wright Hip Replacements and High Failure Rates

Wright Hip Replacements High Failure Rates Patients have alleged that the Wright Medical Technology's metal-on-metal Conserve and Profemur hip replacement systems fail at a high rate. On the company's website, Wright advertises the Conserve Hip to "younger patients" and claims that the Profemur Hip's modular (adjustable) necks "equalize leg length, optimise offset and maximize joint stability. However, the premature failure of these hip devices do not make them an ideal product for younger patients and the modular necks may create a greater risk of bending. Common side effects: 11.2% Swelling Pain The Australian Orthopaedic Association published its Annual Report, which found that the Wright Profemur hip replacement had a revision rate of 11.2% just three years after surgery. Generally, hip replacements should last at least 15 years. Difficulty walking Revision Rate Serious side effects: $7.9 2009 2010 2011 2013 Debris buildup The US Attorney's Office filed a complaint against Wright Medical Technologies alleging that the company improperly influenced doctors to use its hip and knee products. Wright settled the complaint for $7.9 million. Osification Osteonecrosis Million Loosening Fracture Dislocation The National Joint Registry for England and Wales published its 8th Annual Report, which found that the Wright Conserve hip replacement failed at a rate of 8.35% after 5 years. Only the Depuy ASR failed at a higher rate. 8.35% Serious side effects of Wright hip replacements may require revision surgery. Failure Rate 40 The number of pending cases included in the Wright MDL reached 40 lawsuits. Call d'Oliveira & Associates Lawsuits at 1-800-992-6878 for a free consultation