Dr. Jacobs spoke about the FDA’s recent request that 20 manufacturers of MoM implants take a closer look at patients receiving the device. The request stems from a growing number of complaints from patients who previously received the implants as well as the DePuy recall of MoM implants last year, he said.
Device manufacturers have other options beyond metal for implants, such as ceramics and plastics. In some cases, the MoM implants have released small particles into surrounding tissue and bloodstream due to everyday wear and tear of the implant.
“The majority of patients who have these implants do not need to have them removed,” Dr. Jacobs said in the report. “They just need to make sure they have periodic follow-up with their physician.”
Researchers are currently working on developing materials that will sustain everyday wear and tear and last for 20 to 30 years, according to the report.
Read the release on Dr. Joshua Jacobs speaking about MoM hip implants.
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