In light of the recent DePuy ASR hip replacement recall there are thousands of people that may now need to have a second hip surgery to remove the recalled device and then have a new device inserted.

If you’re planning on getting hip revision surgery, you’ve probably already discussed with your doctor why it’s necessary. But, do you know all the risks involved. While revision surgery will likely reduce pain and provide more years of stability and mobility than your failed or recalled device, as a Maryland personal injury attorney, I think it’s important for patients to know all the risks of revision surgery so they can have a greater reward from it

Factors including gender, age, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, weight and overall health are all aspects to a successful revision surgery. Men, patients older than 75, African Americans, low-income patients and overweight patients generally have a more difficult recovery after revision surgery.

Patients with lower income and fewer resources for assistive devices, post-surgical care, and therapy also report more problems. The overall status of a patient’s health also factors into the equation, as extensive surgery of any kind can exacerbate existing medical conditions.

However, hip revision surgery could be the best option for you. Nearly one million joint implant surgeries are performed each year in the United States, with a high success rate. However, that success rate diminishes with each replacement surgery, so it’s important to only get revision surgery when necessary.

If you have any questions you should consider speaking with a Maryland depuy hip recall lawyer. They should be able to help you figure out what your rights are and what legal actions, if any, you should take.