The report emergent from Baroness Cumberlege and the Independent Medicines and Medical Devices Safety review was published in early July and has been welcomed by the British Orthopaedic Association. This comprehensive review has demonstrated the impact on the physical and mental health of patients when implants fail. The review shows that there is a clear need for detailed surveillance of implants, and we welcome the recommendation for the establishment of more National Implant Registries.
Read the BOA’s full position on this issue.
The BOA also continues to update their website with information for both patients and health professionals regarding COVID and its impact on trauma and orthopaedics. This information specifically for patients can be found on the FAQs for Patients page, and wider information is available via the Information for BOA Members page.