Power Morcellator Lawsuit Numbers Grow As New Research Adds To Scrutiny

November 24, 2015 – – Tracey & Fox reports on new research which adds to the recent scrutiny surrounding laparoscopic power morcellator devices manufactured by various companies. These devices, used to perform minimally invasive gynecological surgeries in women, have also been linked to the alleged exposure and spreading of previously undetected cancer cells.

This allegation has been the topic of a recent surge of lawsuits, and seems to be supported by recent research from several organizations. A new study by researchers at the University of Michigan health system found that out of all women who had undergone hysterectomies and myomectomies to remove uterine or fibroid tissue, one in every 368 had previously undetected uterine cancer.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently announced a similar estimate, stating that about 1 in every 350 women who undergo laparoscopic power morcellation may have hidden cancers. The FDA released a warning indicating that, due to these estimates, it was determined that most women should avoid power morcellation procedures on uterine fibroids due to a risk that the device could disseminate undiscovered cancer cells. This can cause patients to be diagnosed with widespread, aggressive, and high-grade cancer post-surgery.

Laparoscopic power morcellators are inserted into a woman’s abdomen through a small incision, where they spin tiny blades designed to shred uterine and fibroid tissue. As they spin and shred however, it is alleged that cancer cells can be exposed and spread, leading to a sudden and serious diagnosis post-surgery.

Current lawsuits include some which are being pursued by family members as the original plaintiffs have passed away due to their high-grade cancer. As these suits continue to be filed, the attorneys at Tracey & Fox are working diligently to ensure that everyone affected has the opportunity to explore their legal rights. Women who have undergone power morcellation during gynecological surgeries and who have subsequently been diagnosed with cancer may be entitled to substantial compensation. The attorneys at Tracey & Fox are offering these women free legal consultations.

For additional information on power morcellator lawsuits or to ask questions, please contact Tracey & Fox by calling (713) 322-5375.

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