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• Zimmer Biomet CPT Hip System Linked to Increased Risk of Thigh Bone Fractures, FDA Warns

  September 18, 2024

  Irvin Jackson

  The FDA has issued a safety communication warning that Zimmer Biomet CPT hip system femoral stems may increase the risk of femur fractures, calling for doctors to avoid its use when possible.

• Biomet Settlement for Magnum Hip Replacements Approaching

  March 31, 2014

  Irvin Jackson

  Applicants have until April 15 to take part in a Biomet Magnum hip implant settlement estimated at a total of at least $56 million.

• Biomet Hip Replacement Lawsuit

  March 1, 2014

  Staff Writers

  A number of patients have reported experiencing problems with certain metal-on-metal Biomet hip replacement implants, which may result in the...

• Defective Knee, Hip Replacements Should Be Covered by Warranty: Report

  September 13, 2013

  Austin Kirk

  Given their high rate of failure, Consumer Reports is calling for warranties for hip and knee replacement systems.

• Biomet Hip Replacement Lawsuit Filed Over Metal-on-Metal Problems

  June 19, 2012

  Irvin Jackson

  A Pennsylvania couple has filed a product liability lawsuit against the makers of the Biomet Magnum Hip Replacement System, alleging...