Patients Who Used ReNu Contact Solution Seek Recourse
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that "preliminary data show that a high proportion of cases reported using a Bausch & Lomb ReNu contact lens solution." Bausch & Lomb, Rochester, New York, recalled the ReNu solution earlier this year.
The culprit appears to be a fungal infection. Hundreds of people said they contracted the dangerous microbe while using a new multipurpose lens solution made by Bausch & Lomb Inc. Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea, the front part of the eye. Keratitis has many causes including bacteria, viruses and fungi. CDC is currently investigating reports of keratitis caused by Fusarium, a type of fungus.
Consumer lawsuits against Bausch & Lomb have been filed in many U.S. courts. Lawyers predict 500 to 700 people were injured and will have to seek redress for their Fusarium keratitis infections in trials beginning as early as next summer.
According to the CDC, of the 180 infected patients in 35 states, 59 needed cornea transplants. To learn more about this type of infection please click on that link.If you or a family member believe you may have been injured by this an infection due use of the ReNu solution, please call us at (202) 463-3030 or contact us electronically at Regan Zambri & Long.
