Ophthalmic viscosurgical devices (OVD) are used as aids in surgeries for cataracts, cornea transplants and glaucoma filtration.
According to the FDA, AMO recalled the Healon D OVD after testing showed endotoxin levels above the required limit in the device. According to the FDA report, the contaminated medical devices put patients at risk of serious eye inflammation and a condition called Toxic Anterior Segment Syndrome (TASS). Severe cases of TASS can cause permanent harm, and if symptoms are still present after six weeks, the eye is not likely to recover.
If you or a loved one was treated with AMO Healon D OVD and had adverse side effects to this defective medical device, you should call us toll free now at 1-800-460-0606 because you may be entitled to compensation from the manufacturer.
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