FDA Safety Communication: Metal-on-Metal Hip Implants (FDA)
Link: http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/AlertsandNotices/ucm335775.htm
Date Issued: Jan. 17, 2013
Audience:
Orthopaedic surgeons
Health care providers responsible for the ongoing care of patients with metal-on-metal hip implants
Patients who are considering or have received a metal-on-metal hip implant
Medical Specialties: Orthopaedics, General Medicine, Family Practice, Radiology, Radiologic Technology, Clinical Laboratory Managers and Directors
Device:
Metal-on-metal hip implants consist of a ball, stem and shell, all made...
