Stryker Rejuvinate Hip Replacement Helpline Launched

Oct. 5, 2012 - PRLog -- The DePuy Hip Replacement Helpline has launched a Stryker Hip Replacement Helpline  for victims of the recently recalled Stryker metal component hip replacements. http://depuyhipreplacementhelpline.com/stryker-hip-recall/

Stryker has recently announced a voluntary recall of the Stryker ABG II modular-neck stem used for total hip replacement surgery and The Stryker Rejuvinate modular-neck stem hip implant. The Stryker Hip Replacement Helpline lawyers are reviewing cases for potential Stryker Hip Replacement lawsuits. According to the Helpline Social worker , "I bet we will be seeing a new MDL very shortly for the recalled Stryker Hip Replacements." The helpline can put callers in touch with a Hip replacement lawyer mass tort, product liability lawyer.

Stryker recalled both of the hip replacements on July 4, 2012 because the metal of the neck and stem was shown to corrode. The Stryker Hip Replacement helpline MSW stated " The helpline offers support, information and connects people with an experienced hip replacement lawyer".  According to the helpline social worker "we have increased our resources and are ready for the large influx of calls we are expecting'. '"These metal on metal and metal component hip replacements have had continuous complications."' As a social worker I am particularly concerned about our senior population". The helpline can be reached at 1 877-522-2123 or thru the response form on the http://DePuyhipreplacementhelpline.com The Stryker Hip Replacement Helpline  is available 24hrs to help victims of both the Stryker Rejuvinate, APG II and DePuy hip replacement recalls.

According to the FDA website: Stryker Orthopaedics’ decision to voluntarily remove Rejuvenate and ABG II modular-neck stems and terminate global distribution of these products comes after continued post-market surveillance. The post-market surveillance data may be predictive of a trend. "Following this action, we will work with the medical community to better understand this matter as we continue to evaluate the data," said Simpson.

Stryker has notified healthcare professionals and regulatory bodies of this voluntary recall. Patients who received a Rejuvenate Modular or ABG II modular-neck stem are encouraged to contact their surgeon. Patients uncertain if they have one of these products implanted should contact their surgeon or consult their medical records.

The newly launched Stryker Hip Replacement Helpline is ready to receive calls 24hrs, 7 days.