Litigation records alleges heavy metal poisoning from the toxic heavy metals released by the pinnacle system resulting in injury and requiring surgery to remove the defective hip replacements.Patient was consequently revised due to injury to muscle and tissue, suffered additional scar tissue formation, and now has a hip replacement with decreased longevity.Additionally, patient suffered pain , injury caused by metallosis, metal wear, metal poisoning, loss of enjoyment of life, limitation of daily activities, incurred additional medical expenses, lost earning potential/ income, and ultimately emotional trauma and distress in the future.This report reflects information received by fda in the form of a notification per 803.22 (b)(2).
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