8 Dec

serious Paragard IUD complications

The Paragard IUD (intrauterine device) is a hormone-free, copper form of birth control that is 99% effective for up to 10 years. Because it is a form of non-hormonal birth control, this IUD is a popular option for many women. This particular […]

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9 Nov

Paragard IUD injury

What are Paragard IUDs? Paragard IUDs are a small, completely hormone-free form of contraception. They are T-shaped, made of flexible plastic wrapped in a thin layer of copper, and inserted/removed non surgically during routine office visits by healthcare providers. Paragard IUDs are […]

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19 Jan

The Stryker Corporation announced a recall of two of its hip implant systems in July of 2012. The company is facing a growing number of lawsuits filed by patients with the recalled device, some of whom have suffered painful tissue death, bone […]

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19 Jan

The FDA recently designated three medical devices made by CareFusion, Johnson & Johnson, and Teleflex as Class 1, meaning that there exists a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to the devices will cause serious adverse health effects or possibly […]

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