June 22, 2015 - Biomet M2A Magnum Hip Dangers
If you were implanted with a Biomet M2A Magnum hip device and have experienced problems associated with the implant, you may have many questions. Many Biomet M2A Magnum patients experienced Biomet M2A Magnum hip metallosis, Biomet M2A Magnum hip cobalt and chromium toxicity, and even Biomet M2A Magnum hip failure. Metallosis can occur with any all-metal hip implant. Metallosis is caused when the cobalt and chromium ball and socket rub against one another during periods of activity on the part of the patient. When the metal components come into contact with one another, metal ion debris is released.
This debris can lodge in the tissues surrounding the hip, causing tissue discoloration, pain in the groin, hip or thigh regions, inflammation, tissue and bone deterioration and death, pockets of fluid known as pseudotumors and loosening of the implant causing fracture and dislocation. These cobalt and chromium shards can also travel to the bloodstream, causing metal toxicity. Some symptoms of metal toxicity include loss or diminishment of vision and hearing, reproductive disorders, disorders in the renal, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, neurological and thyroid areas, depression, irritability, anxiety, disruptions in DNA, skin rashes, memory problems, some forms of cancer and the development of pseudotumors.
Understanding Biomet M2A Magnum Hip Pseudotumors
In addition to Biomet M2A Magnum hip metallosis, hip failure and cobalt and chromium toxicity, many of those with a Biomet M2A Magnum hip implant may suffer from Biomet M2A Magnum hip pseudotumors. Pseudotumors are widespread among those with metal-on-metal hip implants. In fact, more than 28% of those with all-metal hip implants who were studied, developed a pseudotumor. Pseudotumors are believed to occur more often in patients with metal sensitivities as well as in smaller-boned women with shallow hips.
While pseudotumors are usually non-cancerous and non-infectious, they can grow larger than an orange, applying pressure to other body parts. Patients with pseudotumors may experience hip and groin pain, swelling in the foot and ankle region and the upper leg, weakness or immobility, an obvious lump in the hip and clicking and popping noises while walking. When a metal hip implant is not perfectly positioned, it may offer a better environment for the development of a Biomet M2A Magnum hip pseudotumor. X-rays, blood tests and a multi-slice CT scan may be used in conjunction to determine the presence of a pseudotumor.
Biomet M2A Magnum Hip Lawsuits—Do You Need a Biomet M2A Magnum Hip Lawyer?
More than 1,000 lawsuits which were part of the Indiana MDL fell under the Biomet M2A Magnum hip settlement agreement which was reached in early 2014. Only those patients who had undergone Biomet M2A Magnum hip revision surgery were eligible to participate in the settlement agreement which offered a base award of $200,000 for qualified patients, subject to certain enhancements and deductions. Many firms are no longer accepting Biomet M2A Magnum cases. Other firms are however referring Biomet M2A Magnum Hip Implant cases to firms like Sullo & Sullo, LLP. Sullo & Sullo has a strong Biomet docket and continues to accept and prosecute cases for recipients of a Biomet M2A Magnum hip implant. If you believe you may have a valid Biomet M2A Magnum claim due to injuries received from the implant, it could be beneficial to speak to a Biomet M2A Magnum hip lawyer as soon as possible.