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Injuries Health Alerts Medical Devices 2009 Medical Device Advisories Synthes Bone Cement
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Personal Injury
Injuries Health Alerts Medical Devices 2009 Medical Device Advisories Synthes Bone Cement
NORIAN LAW FIRM
Feds indict medical device manufacturer for allegedly
marketing bone cement product without FDA approval
Did you participate in a clinical trial for a spinal fracture in which Norian bone cement was used? The product lacks FDA approval for use on spinal fractures and could lead to serious complications. Discuss your situation today with the personal injury law firm of Weitz & Luxenberg, long recognized in the legal community for achieving record-setting verdicts and settlements for clients.
June 17, 2009 - Medical device maker Synthes Inc., its subsidiary Norian Corp., and four company executives were indicted on federal charges that they promoted a bone cement product –Norian SRS and its successor, Norian XR – and conducted unauthorized human trials involving spinal procedures without the approval of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
“They put their profits ahead of responsible business practices and the truth,” Michael L. Levy, the United States attorney, said in a statement.
Law firm recognizes Norian charges
Prosecutors charged Synthes with unauthorized marketing of Norian XR after learning from pilot studies that the bone cement product reacted chemically with human blood to cause blood clots.
Despite this knowledge, prosecutors said the company proceeded to market Norian XR for vertebral-compression fractures, and didn’t stop after three patients died on the operating table from a rapid drop in blood pressure. Federal prosecutors said they could not prove yet that the Norian products caused the deaths.
Prosecutors estimated that 200 patients had the improper operations. Norian faces possible fines of $28 million, while Synthes, its parent, faces fines of $8 million.
Norian law firm for compensation
If you or a loved one suffered an injury or death as a result of a suspected use of Norian bone cement in spinal surgery, you could be eligible to receive monetary compensation. Whether you were injured or not, the personal injury law firm of Weitz & Luxenberg will evaluate your case at no cost. Please fill out the form on this page and a representative at our firm will contact you shortly to answer your questions.
see also:
2002 Advisory
FDA: Some Bone Cement Dangerous if Misused. Our Lawyers Can Help.FDA cautions public about certain bone cement. Free lawsuit review.
Norian XR
Did You Participate in a Norian XR Trial? Discuss a possible lawsuit.Free lawsuit review if you were in an unapproved Norian XR bone trial.
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