Patient was revised to address pain.Update rec'd 8/12/2014 - litigation papers received.In addition to what was previously reported, litigation alleges the patient suffers from discomfort, inflammation, loosening, dislocation, pulmonary embolism as a result of a blood clot, and limited mobility.There is no new additional information that would affect the outcome of the investigation update 12/1/2014- pfs and medical records received.Pfs also alleges high metal ions and malpositioned cup.After review of the medical records for mdr reportability, the revision operative note indicated loose cup that had migrated medially, alval reaction, metallosis, and slight performation of the medial wall of the acetabulum.The stem is being added for the alleged high metal ions.There was no mention of dislocation.There is no new additional information that would affect the existing mdr decision.The complaint was updated on: 12/29/2014.
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