Stryker Orthopedics recently recalled two of its hip implant systems due to the number of concerns that have emerged. Patients who had Stryker hip replacements complained about significant problems which the artificial hip implants are allegedly causing. A few months after the implantation, many patients said they have felt pain and the prosthetic hip did not perform as promised. Other adverse reactions have driven patients to file a Stryker hip replacement lawsuit.

Stryker recently pulled out its ABG II modular-neck hip stems and Rejuvenate products because of the dozens of reports the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has received regarding the two systems. Many patients experienced metallosis or metal poisoning and also needed to have revision surgery. This isn't the first time Stryker recalled products.

In 2008, Stryker pulled out the Trident Hemispherical and Trident PSL cups. The company is facing a different batch of litigations because of the first two devices. Plaintiffs totaling to 174 currently seek compensation for the damage done by Trident Hemispherical and Trident PSL cups. Stryker marketed hip implant systems that had metal sockets and ceramic cups instead of the usual metal-on-metal ones manufactured by other medical equipment firms. But the ceramic implants developed their own problems. Patients experienced popping, squeaking and other noises while doing normal activities. Since those are signs of prosthesis failure, Stryker had no choice but to recallthe Trident Hemispherical Cups and Trident Acetabular PSL Cup.

The latest recall took place in July 2012. A new round of lawsuits will be faced by the Michigan-based company – this time the Stryker hip replacement lawsuit are for health issues obtained due to the Rejuvenate and the ABG II modular-neck hip stems. These models have metal mix-and-match necks and stems unlike the common one-piece fixed femoral components. Since both modules are made of metal, the parts can deteriorate and corrode, letting toxic metal debris stick to the surrounding tissue. Metal poisoning will eventually occur and cause repercussionslike necrosis or tissue death.

Additionally, Stryker necks are made of chromium and cobalt alloy and have titanium coating. Long term effects of these chemical elements can be extremely deleterious. Pseudo-tumors may also form within the body which is a sign of metal poisoning. Other side effects are bone loss (osteolysis), damage to the lymph nodes, liver, spleen, and kidneys. In such cases, painful and risky revision surgery will be needed.

When a patient decides to file a Stryker hip replacement lawsuit, the person's medical history and extent of the injury will be considered. To know if a person is entitled to a settlement, it is ideal to consult an experienced personal injury lawyer.