Intergel®
Manufacturer:
Lifecore Biomedical, Inc.
Uses: Reduces internal scarring from gynecological surgery.
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On March 27, 2003, Lifecore announced it was voluntarily withdrawing Intergel
from the market and suspending global sales to assess information obtained from
postmarketing experience with the product.
Peterson & Associates is investigating serious injuries that may have
resulted from the use of Intergel.
Lifecore's marketing partner, Gynecare (a division of Johnson & Johnson),
sent a letter to physicians dated March 28, 2003 stating they had received
reports of problems including late-onset, post-operative pain and repeat
surgeries following onset pain. The FDA reports 72 "adverse events," including 3
deaths and 48 injuries among U.S. patients treated with Intergel.
If Intergel was used in a gynecological surgery you've had, please consult
your doctor and if adverse side effects have occured, you may be entitled to
compensation. Please
contact us so we can discuss your the datails of your situation.
Side Effects
- Severe Pain
- Additional Adhesions
- Infection
- Hyper Allergic Reactions
- Repeat Surgeries
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