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Women who want to prevent pregnancy have many options. Those who choose the Filshie clip as a contraceptive do so because they trust the devices to be safe and effective.
Unfortunately, Filshie clip migration is a documented problem with these devices. When the contraceptive clips migrate, they can embed themselves in organs, sometimes causing perforations. These adverse events require revision surgeries.
Women who suffered from Filshie clip migration are suing the device’s manufacturer. Our medical device and product liability lawyers are investigating these cases.
If you or a loved one received a Filshie implant that migrated, call us today for a free, no-obligation case evaluation. Call (800) 277-1193 or complete a short Free Evaluation Form.
Injuries and damages vary from one case to the next. However, typical types of recoverable damages in a medical device / product liability case include:
Our product liability Filshie clip lawyers will investigate your case and calculate your damages. We will fight to get you the compensation you deserve.
The primary complications associated with Filshie Clips involve the failure of the clips to remain attached to the fallopian tubes. This detachment results in migration of the clips to other parts of the body. In some cases, the clips become embedded in internal organs or tissues.
The most common treatment for this is laparoscopic surgery to remove the migrated clips. However, in certain cases, complete removal is not feasible. This means the clip is left in place, which may pose ongoing risks or require further monitoring.
Spontaneous reporting of the device has surged fivefold since 2017. A total of 583 reports have been filed with the Manufacturer and User Facility Device Experience (MAUDE) database, comprising:
These reports include:
The disordered physiological processes of Filshie clip migration could be linked to the rate of peritonealization. This is the process where new tissue covers the fallopian tube at the clip site. In the case of clip migration, avascular necrosis occurs after the surgeon applies the clip. This leads to the separation of the tube.
If peritonealization happens quickly, the clip is more likely to stay in place. However, if the process is slow, the clip may detach and migrate to other areas of the body. The patient experiences an increased the risk of complications.
Various symptoms have been reported following Filshie clip migration and surgical removal, including:
Some of these symptoms are linked to “Pelvic Congestion Syndrome” or “Post-Tubal Ligation Syndrome.” These syndromes may arise from complications from the implantation procedure and require further medical attention.
If you or a loved one suffered from migration of a Filshie clip device, contact us today for a free, no-obligation case evaluation. Call us at (800) 277-1193 or fill out our brief Free Evaluation Form.
The Filshie clip is a small femaile sterilization device that blocks the fallopian tubes to prevent eggs from reaching the uterus. The implantation occurs during a laparoscopic surgery. The procedure can be reversed if needed.
The United States Food and Drug Administration first approved the Filshie Clip System in 1996. The device has since undergone several updates. Although mainly produced by Femcare Ltd., Cooper Surgical and Utah Medical Products are also involved. For years, women have trusted this silicone-lined titanium clip as a safe and reliable method for permanent birth control.
Several scientific journals have published reports of problems with Filshie clips. Here is a small sample of their findings.
Surg Case Rep. June 12, 2024
This case report discusses the rare phenomenon of sterilization clip migration through the pelvic floor. This migration occurs in less than 1% of patients who undergo sterilization.
A 66-year-old woman was referred to a surgical unit after noticing a lump under her skin that became painful over two months. She had a sterilization procedure 24 years prior and no other health issues. An ultrasound confirmed a metallic foreign object, which was surgically removed and identified as a Filshie sterilization clip.
This case highlights how sterilization clips can migrate to unusual locations, such as the gluteal region, even decades after the procedure. A review of the literature revealed that in 34 cases, clip migration typically occurred to the bladder. However, Filshie clip system devices can travel through several layers of muscle and fascia–even the pelvic floor.
Journal of Medical Case Reports volume 9, Article number: 187 (2015)
This case report describes an instance of Filshie clip migration, which led to multiple groin hernias in a 56-year-old woman.
The patient had undergone sterilization 21 years earlier and hernia repair three years prior. She presented with a painful lump in her right groin. A CT scan revealed the migrated Filshie clip in the area of the hernia. During a femoral hernia repair surgery, the clip was found in the hernia sac and was removed.
This case emphasizes the importance of recognizing and removing migrated Filshie clips to help prevent hernia recurrence or other complications.
Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, June 4, 2012
The article discusses two instances of Filshie clip migration following female sterilization procedures. Both cases detail how the clips migrated from their original position in the fallopian tubes to other regions of the body, including the abdominal area. The report emphasizes the possible complications of clip migration, which may cause discomfort or require surgical removal.
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