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lynne09047
lynne09047

Hi again,

i have just found out that the fda in the usa has stopped using metal hips as they can cause debris to get in the blood stream, so I hope mine will be ok, as I have a titanium hip, has anyone else had this type?

Lynne.

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  • Maxyboy
    Maxyboy lynne09047

    Posted

    They stopped in UK but they were metal on metal therefore bits from them were entering body.

    Mine six weeks ago is a newer type the Furlon evolution  ceramic cup with titanium stem meant to be better?

  • kathee58019
    kathee58019 lynne09047

    Posted

    Lynn,

     Can you please post the link to your information? I just had a metal THR in Sept.

    I cannot find the article about the FDA and I live in the US.

    Thank you,

    Kathee 

    • lynne09047
      lynne09047 kathee58019

      Posted

      Hi Kathee,

      I live in scotland, but my sons live in oregon and tn. and when I was last there I saw my son's rthopedic dr in nashville and he said he had stopped using metal on metal because of the fda's report on the dangers of them, I believe that they are about to reach a final descision about it soon, but in the mean time 4 drs I have called with regards to getting my second hip done in the usa said they don't use them anymore, hope this helps, I'm sure each state is different as are the surgeons, but heres the link to the information I was told,regards,

      Lynne.

      Emis Moderator comment: I have removed the link as it was to a site unsuitable for inclusion in the forums. If users want this information please use the Private Message service to request the details.

      http://patient.uservoice.com/knowledgebase/articles/398316-adding-links-to-posts

      http://patient.uservoice.com/knowledgebase/articles/398331-private-messages

    • lee47625
      lee47625 kathee58019

      Posted

      i am also in the US and will check on this issue. I know my replacements of knee and shoulder used titanium & plastic. Titanium is an extremely strong metal so it surprises me. My problem was with the plastic.

       

  • Barhi
    Barhi lynne09047

    Posted

    My BHR is 2007 was metal.  I have been having annual check ups since they found the problem (including special blood tests for metals), but all is fine to date.  During my 6 week check up for my THR (ceramic) a couple of weeks ago, my surgeon suggested that the problems had been with specific batches, which happily he hadn't used.
  • david80331
    david80331 lynne09047

    Posted

    I had my hip replacement in August 2014.  It's titanium and it's made by Stryker.  I did research on just about every joint replacement company.  What I found is they all have lawsuits against them over the years but they continue producing the replacement joints.  It seems the joint replacement systems get medically approved but we are the real test.  So from a practical point of view, joint replacements get better each year based on the large number of positive results vs the few failed joints.  My advise is follow your doctors advise and use common sense.  Everyone is different and our recovery time is unique to  each person.  Good luck.
    • lee47625
      lee47625 david80331

      Posted

      I read that there are several conditions that would make the MOM ( metal on metal) unsafe. I'm sure the orthopedists are aware of the conditions would choose another type. 

       I'm glad that you seem to be having a good experience with your new hip and wish you a new year pain free.

  • kathee58019
    kathee58019 lynne09047

    Posted

    Lynne,

     Here is a link to the recalled implants in America with (all) the details. The last one in 2013 along with the manufactures. Your statement was ambiguous since the Food and Drug  Administration(FDA) does not "use" implants. We really need all the details as not to scare anyone uneccesarily.

     http://www.drugwatch.com/hip-replacement/recalls/

  • carmen56984
    carmen56984 lynne09047

    Posted

    Hi Lynne,

    I had the Titanium hip replacement in April 2014.

    Just hope mine is ok too!

    London UK

  • tom75410
    tom75410 lynne09047

    Posted

    Hi i had titanium replacement bits  seperated by polythene (which doesnt sound very robust) march 2014 NE england.

    Anybody have any idea if cycling will accelerate wear?

    I have already been advised not to jog and avoid high impact and stress on the joint.

    • lee47625
      lee47625 tom75410

      Posted

      I think that cycling would not be too bad if done in moderation. The wear and tear involves both  friction and weight bearing stress. But if you have a cycling accident however, that could be very bad. Maybe do some stationary biking a bit and see how that works?
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