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Artelon Spacer Issues Reported

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administratin (FDA) has received multiple complaints from patients implanted with the Artelon CMS Spacer, a thumb spacer implanted to treat early and mid-stage osteoarthritis.

Problems reported include:

  • Reduced mobility
  • Pain
  • Inflammation
  • Redness

In some cases, bone loss and deterioration so severe that it required revision surgery and/or removal of the device have been reported.

Artelon CMC Spacer Problems

The Artelon CMC Spacer is an implant used in patients who are suffering from osteoarthritis, a condition which causes the cartilage to break down until the thumb joint can no longer provide cushioning for the bones. The device was designed to act as a substitute cushion; however, it has been reported that patients may develop a foreign-body tissue reaction to the device, marked by the following Artelon spacer problems:

  • Swelling
  • Inflammation
  • Shooting or burning pain
  • Misshapen thumb
  • Limited range of motion in the hand

It has been reported that immediate secondary surgery has been needed after issues caused the device to break aart in the hand of some patients.

Contact Longo Legal

If you have experienced any of these issues with the Artelon Spacer, or if you believe a loved one has, call Longo Legal, PLLC toll free at 855-566-4648. We may be able to help.

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