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Penuma
Case Name (Date)
Nance et al v. International Medical Devices, Inc. et al
21-cv-2281, E.D. Cal.
(Dec. 2021)
Peña et al. v. International Medical Devices, Inc., et al.
22-cv-3391, C.D. Cal.
(May 2022)
Product/Service
Procedure to implant Penuma devices (silicone penile implants)
Allegations
Falsely marketing that the device and procedure are safe, effective, and FDA-cleared
Status
Nance case: Voluntarily dismissed When a complaint is dismissed without prejudice, an amended version of the complaint can be refiled.
Peña case: Pending
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