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According to the Associated Press, more than two out of every 100 Americans now have an artificial joint, including knee and hip replacements.
Not surprisingly, the number grows higher as people age.
The AP reported that among people over the age of 50, five percent of Americans have had knee replacements and more than two percent have had hip replacements.
“They are remarkable numbers,” Dr. Daniel J. Berry, chairman of orthopedic surgery at the Mayo Clinic, told the AP.
About 7 million people in the U.S. are living with a total hip or knee replacement, according to the news outlet.
The results were reported at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons conference in New Orleans last week.
According to the AP, more than 600,000 knees and about 400,000 hips are replaced each year in the U.S.
Arthritis is the most common cause for joint replacement.
Elevated hip replacement numbers should be concerning.
While some implants are fine, some have led to lawsuits, settlements, recalls, and revision surgeries:
If you have been injured or are suffering because of a defective metal hip implant, we can help you.
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Zoll & Kranz – Stryker Hip Attorneys
Michelle Kranz is a founding partner of Zoll & Kranz, located in Toledo, Ohio. Michelle has practiced as a plaintiff's lawyer for over 32 years, representing Ohioans injured in car accidents, other auto accidents, and other personal injury matters. Michelle also has extensive experience with large-scale consolidated litigation and class actions involving medical devices, prescription medications, and corporate negligence.
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