Defective Medical Devices
FDA restricts sale and distribution of Essure
As of today, FDA restricts sale and distribution of Essure to protect women and to require that patients receive risk information. “The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today issued an order to restrict the sale and distribution of the Essure device to ensure that all women considering use of the permanent contraception device are provided...
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Endovascular device recalled by the FDA
The FDA issued a safety alert for Zenith Alpha Thoracic Endovascular Graft – a device for the endovascular treatment of patients with aneurysms. Class I Recall – Potential Formation of Thrombus Inside Device.
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Breast Implants Can Be Dangerous!
Breast augmentation surgery has been the #1 cosmetic procedure in the U.S. for more than a decade. Defective breast implants can rupture, tear or leak, which can lead to cancer, skin rash, metal poisoning, muscle pain or other harmful conditions.
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