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Hip implants allow people with joint issues to retain or regain their mobility. Ideally, hip implants provide years of improved functionality. Unfortunately, hip implants can fail and cause major complications for people with joint issues. When hip implants do fail, patients may have grounds to pursue compensation from companies that released unsatisfactory medical devices.
What are some of the most common consequences of a failed hip implant?
Reductions in capabilities
When a hip implant fails, a patient is likely to notice increased pain. They may experience a drastic drop in their range of motion, making it difficult for them to get in the bath or upstairs. They may be at increased risk of a fall and may struggle to live independently.
Inflammation and infections
When a hip implant fails, it can release the materials used to manufacture the device. The body may have an inflammatory response to the presence of those foreign materials. In some cases, patients may develop significant infections that require antibiotics or lead to their hospitalization.
Revision procedures
After a hip implant fails, it is very likely that the patient must undergo a procedure to remove the failed implant device. They usually require weeks to heal, and then they must undergo another procedure for a new hip implant. The cost of those procedures and the downtime they produce can have profound negative consequences for patients.
Documenting the consequences of a failed hip implant and seeking compensation can help patients move on with their lives. Manufacturers are often legally responsible for poor design or quality control failures that lead to harmful, defective medical devices.
