Surgery can be a traumatic event in one’s life especially if you deal with complications after the operation. As with any other surgery, the risks will always be present that may potentially lead to life-threatening conditions. Not excluded from that are patients who had DePuy Pinnacle Hip Replacement devices that are defective and had to undergo revision surgery. DePuy Pinnacle lawsuits that could cost Johnson and Johnson $1 Billion or more were filed by the aggrieved parties. Hip Replacement is done to replace the damaged joints and cartilage with prosthetic devices. Studies have shown that hip replacement is generally successful and only a small number had complications and that is usually when they’re not in the hospital anymore.
What are the Common Complications of Hip Replacement Surgery?
- Blood Clots
Blood clots can be formed and can travel along the bloodstream with dangers of reaching the lungs (pulmonary emboli). Anticoagulant medications such as aspirin will most likely be prescribed to prevent the formation of clots.
- Infection
The surgical wound may be an entry for bacteria which could potentially lead to infection of the wound and the joints. The site must be regularly inspected and cleaned. This doesn’t usually occur in healthy individuals but in people with underlying conditions like diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis,chronic liver conditions and those taking corticosteroids. The implants can also be a long-term cause of infection. A prescription of antibiotics is usually given to patients especially if they have to have certain procedures like dental works.
- Dislocation of the Hip
Since the implants are smaller than the normal joints, they can be easily dislodged when taking a certain type of position. Your physician will be instructing you of the ideal positions to assume and what to avoid such as bringing your knees up to your chest. Another option to avoid this is by wearing a body brace.
- Bone Deposits in Soft Tissues around the Joints
Heterotopic ossification is the term for this condition. This can decrease the person’s mobility and surgery is only necessary if the symptoms disrupt the individual’s daily living.
- Loosening of the Artificial Hip Joint Parts
This doesn’t usually show signs unless it is severe and can only be identified with X-ray tests. Another hip replacement or a revision surgery is needed to fix this problem. This is the common complaint of individuals who had DePuy Pinnacle Hip Replacement device.
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