PARAGARD IUD LAWSUIT WHITEPAPER
What Is Paragard?
ParaGard is a long-term, hormone-free intrauterine contraceptive device (IUD) that is used to prevent pregnancy for up to ten years. It is a T-shaped device made primarily of plastic and copper that is placed into a woman’s uterus during an office visit.
Paragard Complications:
When the ParaGard is removed or removal of the IUD is attempted, there can be complications where the IUD breaks apart. If the IUD breaks apart it can result in multiple procedures to remove all parts of the IUD as some parts can get “stuck” in Uterus.
Paragard Complications:
When the ParaGard is removed or removal of the IUD is attempted, there can be complications where the IUD breaks apart. If the IUD breaks apart it can result in multiple procedures to remove all parts of the IUD as some parts can get “stuck” in Uterus.
Paragard Associated Injuries
The types of injuries associated with Paragard IUD lawsuits include:
- IUD “stuck” in the uterus
- Perforation of the uterus
- Migration of the device
- Device breakage leading to surgery
- Copper wire left behind in the body, potentially causing inflammation and injury
- Infections
- Scarring
- Organ damage
- Ectopic pregnancy
Paragard Status of Litigation
Cases have been consolidated in the Northern District of Georgia before the Honorable Leigh Martin May. There have been no verdicts or known settlements at this time.
Paragard Manufacturers
The current manufacturer of Paragard IUD is Cooper Surgical.
Previous manufacturer of Paragard IUD is Teva Pharmaceuticals