Tens of thousands of patients worldwide are suffering or dying as a result of poorly tested medical implants, according to a report released today.
250 journalists from around the globe came together to compile the data, revealing pacemakers, artificial hips, contraceptives and breast implants are responsible for over 84 thousand deaths in the UK and the US alone.
President of the Royal College of Surgeons, Professor Derek Alderson, says the 400 billion dollar industry needs drastic regulatory changes to prevent risk to public safety.