The History of Metal Hip Implants - The Metal on Metal Hip eBook - Part 6

In 1976 medical devices were added to the Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act, placing metal hip implants under FDA regulation. At this time metal-on-metal hip implants were categorized under a Class III or “high risk,” category. Nonetheless, the FDA made the determination to allow regulation of hip implant devices through the 510(k) fast track approval process. Metal-on-metal hip implants were not widely used during the next twenty years, however by the late 1980’s, second-generation metal hip implant designs had been introduced.


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When You Need Help With a Houston Warrant, Who Do You Call: A Houston Warrant Roundup Lawyer

If you have reason to believe there may be an outstanding warrant with your name on it, don’t wait until you are handcuffed in front of co-workers, your family or friends, to take care of the matter. Remember, that in addition to the warrant for your arrest regarding misdemeanor tickets which were not properly taken care of, you may also have a Failure to appear charge against you.
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Potential Complications of Hip Replacement Surgery - The Metal on Metal Hip eBook - Part 5

Regardless of the type of material used in the hip replacement surgery, there are certain risks associated with the procedure. Blood clots in the legs which travel to the lungs are known as pulmonary emboli, and, while relatively rare, can lead to respiratory failure and even death of the patient. The following complications can also occur in those who undergo hip replacement surgery...
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Potential Risks Associated With AndroGel Testosterone Therapy

A recent study, published in the Journal of American Medical Association has many men who are currently taking a testosterone drug wondering about risks they may have been unaware of. This particular study concluded that men taking testosterone supplements had a 29% higher risk of experiencing a cardiovascular event such as heart attack or stroke and, in some cases, the risk could include death.

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Materials Used in the Construction of Hip Implants - Metal on Metal Hip Implant eBook Part 4

During the years from 1970-2000—and into the first few years of the 2000’s—hip implant prostheses were largely constructed of ceramic, polyethylene, and metal-on-plastic (the longest tried-and-tested bearing). The femoral stems were generally constructed of a cobalt and chrome alloy, while the concave cup liner was made of polyethylene, a type of plastic. The metal-on-plastic components...
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