The Durom hip cup is an artificial hip component manufactured by Zimmer Holdings, ltd. The Durom hip cup was first released on the world market in 2006 and has since then been implanted into an estimated 12,000 patients as part of hip replacement surgery.
The Durom hip cup began to come under fire from some physicians and surgeons in 2007, as patients began reporting a seemingly high rate of failure for the device. As of July 2008, Zimmer holdings has suspended sales of the device due to concerns that the device might be defective and susceptible to failure once implanted. There has not been a Durom hip cup recall at present.
The Risks of Hip Surgery Components
Hip replacement surgery usually is considered only after all other physical therapy and medication alternatives have been exhausted. Individuals that are considered qualified candidates for receiving the surgery often have the following ailments/symptoms, according to the Mayo Clinic: Constant pain affecting sleep and rest Receiving little or no relief after consuming pain medications Difficulties standing from a seated position Difficulties walking up or down stairs Inability to continue everyday activities such as walking because of extensive pain Hip replacement is not for everyone and physicians believe that individuals suffering from the following should not be considered for a hip replacement surgery: Individuals who are in poor health or not capable of tolerating surgery or anesthesia. Those with osteoporosis should not receive the surgery.
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Zimmer Holdings Announces Halt of Durom Hip Cup Sales
On July 22th, 2008, the leading manufacturer of orthopedic devices in the United States, Zimmer Holdings, announced that it would halt sales of a replacement hip component, known as the Zimmer Durom Hip Cup . The Zimmer Durom Hip Cup is a specific type of prosthetic hip, used specifically in a surgery promoted by Zimmer Holdings. In fact, it has been aggressively marketing the combination surgery and prosthetic for 2 years now, in which more than 12,000 units of the Zimmer Durom hip replacement have been sold.
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