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It was reported that, after a plaintiff underwent a right bhr procedure on (b)(6) 2011, patient experienced low grade pain for 6-7 years, patient was later also diagnosed with elevated cobalt levels, and x-rays demonstrated a loosened femoral component.Patient reports she had a biking accident 2 weeks ago with severe pain afterwards.Therefore, a revision surgery was performed on (b)(6) 2023 to treat the failed bhr.During the surgery, a blackened stained joint capsule was identified and the acetabular component was found to be stable; therefore, only the femoral head was exchanged for competitor thr devices.Final ap and lateral x-rays were taken; no fracture or complication was identified.No other complications were reported.
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