lawsuits against device manufacturers??

[wolfcreek]

Anyone aware of any breach of warranty lawsuits against implant device manufacturers (LGX or Coloplast)? I was told mine would last ten years but it malfunctioned in just over four years.

[ShopMan]

I wonder that too. Mine last about two years. Dec. 16, 2014. I am pissed.

[Lenny1965]

Wolf, good question... I am amazed at how basic these devices are... I don't believe the mechanics or life expectancy have changed much from the 1970s.

[wolfcreek]

I recall reading or being told that the AMS LGX device itself is guaranteed for life, and that it should last at least 10 years. But I am not able to find this info anywhere now. Did I dream that or is that what everybody else recalls?

[wolfcreek]

Even if the device itself is replaced for free I still will need to come up with $15,000 USD or more to fly back to the USA and have it replaced. I sure was expecting it to last longer than 4 1/2 years

[Lenny1965]

Wolf, wouldn't Thailand, Israel or Mexico be cheaper than United States?

[alibaba]

2 times I was on the phone with AMS/Boston about my implant issues and both times asked for a copy of the warranty or where I could view it. Both times the rep refused to discuss the warranty saying they did not have that information nor could they tell me where to get it. On line forums state that it covers defects in the implant but does not cover surgery. Improper installation needing replacement would not be a defect in product.

[LMCatman]

My first Titan was "misinstalled"...... I've had SO MUCH Fun with my second one, I'd absolutely try for a third if this one failed....

[wolfcreek]

Mine wasn't mis-installed as far as I know. It simply developed a marble sized bulge in the left cylinder after 4.5 years of moderate usage. It is the AMS LGX, so I will get a Coloplast next time (assuming I can scrape enough money together for another surgery). From what I've read the Coloplast is has thicker walls and is more durable.