Deep Vein Thrombosis Injury Lawsuits. In recent months, the birth control patch Ortho-Evra has been linked to blood clots and deep vein thrombosis (DVT). In July 2005, a major news source published their own findings indicating Ortho Evra patch use can triple a patient’s risk of encountering deep vein thrombosis (DVT) symptoms or other serious side effects.
The women using the birth control patch who developed deep vein thrombosis (DVT) symptoms, some have died as a result of life threatening complications. Other studies have illustrated that using the Ortho Evra birth control patch may cause a woman to develop deep vein thrombosis (DVT) symptoms independent of other blood clot risk factors. ‘Deep vein thrombosis’ (DVT)can lead to a very serious and life threatening condition called pulmonary embolism, when the blood clot breaks away and travels to the lungs.
Prior to approval, the FDA medical review expressed concerns about Ortho Evra causing venous thromboembolisms, stating: “Post-marketing surveillance for DVT (‘Deep vein thrombosis’) and PE (Pulmonary Embolism) events will be important, as there are potential serious adverse risks (with two cases of pulmonary emboli in the clinical trials) with this new delivery system for contraception.”
Pateints who take or have taken Vioxx are at an increased risk of developing pulmonary embolism (PE) and deep vein thrombosis (DVT). Vioxx promotes the formation of blood clots, which can then cause pulmonary embolism (PE) and can then result in deep vein thrombosis (DVT) symptoms.
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is the progression of a blood clot (thrombus) in the deep veins of the legs, arms, or pelvis. Clots can develop in superficial veins (called superficial thrombophlebitis) and in deep veins. Blood clots in superficial veins rarely cause serious problems, and clots in deep veins require immediate medical evaluation
Deep vein blood clots can grow in size, break loose, and then travel through the bloodstream to the lungs, resulting in life-threatening pulmonary embolism. Deep vein thrombosis may also cause other long-term complications. In approximately 25% of cases, deep vein thrombosis damages the affected vein and leads to long-lasting postthrombotic syndrome. This condition causes pain, swelling, discoloration, and leg sores.
Blood clots can form in veins when you are inactive: for instance, if you are paralyzed, bedridden, or even during a long flight or car trip. Surgery or an injury can damage your blood vessels and cause a clot to form. Deep vein thrombosis can also be caused by cancer or an inherited tendency to clot more quickly.
Prior to approval, the FDA medical review expressed concerns about Ortho Evra causing venous thromboembolisms, stating: “Post-marketing surveillance for DVT (‘Deep vein thrombosis’) and PE (Pulmonary Embolism) events will be important, as there are potential serious adverse risks (with two cases of pulmonary emboli in the clinical trials) with this new delivery system for contraception.”
Symptoms of deep vein thrombosis include generalized swelling of the affected leg. When measured, the affected leg may be larger than the other leg. Also, your affected leg may feel warm and be redder than the other leg. You may have pain or tenderness in the calf or thigh when it is touched or squeezed or with movement or standing. Calf or thigh pain may become constant and increase with squeezing or movement.
If a deep vein thrombus is small, it may not cause symptoms. In some cases, pulmonary embolism is the first sign that you have deep vein thrombosis.
Legal Help For Victims Affected By Deep Vein Thrombosis
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with Deep vein thrombosis as a result of taking HRT drugs, COX-II Inhibitors or the Ortho Evra Patch, please fill out the form at the right for a free case evaluation by a qualified defective drug attorney or call us at 1-800-YOURLAWYER (1-800-968-7529).
