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Bard Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) Filters were introduced to the medical community as a means to prevent blood clots from traveling to vital organs and inducing further complications. However, medical devices such as these may exhibit an increased propensity for fracturing and subsequent migration of displaced components, which may cause severe, life-threatening injuries. Patients…

Once believed to be the next generation in hair loss prevention, Propecia (generic: finasteride) has become synonymous with severe complications that may interfere with an individual’s quality of life in a profound way. According to recent studies, Propecia use may coincide with the development of persistent sexual dysfunction. Men who use this hair loss…

The intended uses of fentanyl patches are to cure the chronic bouts of pain that individuals are experiencing. However, when a patient unknowingly uses a defective fentanyl patch, severe, life-threatening side effects including overdose and death can occur. If you or a loved one has been injured or suffered an overdose from a fentanyl…

While DMAA is currently legal in the United States, products containing this ambiguous ingredient have become the recipient of increasing scorn. Regulatory agencies around the world are currently conducting investigations into whether or not DMAA is a natural derivative of geranium oil or a synthetically developed drug, calling into question its status as a…

Bedside Assistant bed handles are specifically designed to assist patients in getting in and out of bed, who otherwise would be unable to accomplish the feat on their own. However, a design flaw may permit an individual to become trapped between the bed handles and the mattress. As a result, patients may fall victim…

According to a U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warning letter issued on Tuesday, Merck & Co. is being held liable for the transgressions allegedly committed during a distinct post-market study. Merck failed to comply with the milestone dates, within a previously agreed-upon timetable for completion, to conduct a required post-marketing study (PMR) for…

A pulmonary embolism occurs when a severe blood clot, otherwise known as a deep vein thrombosis (DVT), is dislodged and travels to the lungs. The extent of damage sustained by this condition is dependent on the obstruction of blood flow though the lungs. Should the clot inhibit a significant amount of blood to enter…

Tuesday witnessed the addition of several new and important safety alerts to the prescribing information of cholesterol reducing medications. Otherwise known as statins, these prescription medications are intended to reduce the life-threatening side effects associated with excessive cholesterol and plaque buildup. However, the recent addition of new risks has caused healthcare officials to reevaluate…