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Several studies, including some conducted many years ago, have demonstrated the existence of a link between the use of progesterone-based contraceptives, or progestins, and the development of meningiomas.
Medicinal Products Concerned
These include, in particular, Lutényl, Lutéran, and Depo-Provera.
Lutényl (nomegestrol acetate) is a progesterone derivative. It is prescribed to women suffering from certain gynaecological conditions, such as endometriosis, as well as heavy, irregular, and prolonged menstrual bleeding. It is also prescribed for contraceptive purposes.
Lutéran (chlormadinone acetate) has no longer been marketed since 31 January 2022. It was prescribed to women for certain gynaecological conditions and for contraceptive use.
Depo-Provera (medroxyprogesterone acetate) is an injectable contraceptive intended for women, administered every three months.
Identified Health Risks
Several epidemiological studies have shown that women exposed to these medicinal products face an increased risk of developing meningiomas. In particular, multiple studies have demonstrated an elevated risk of meningioma associated with the prolonged use of Lutényl, Lutéran, and Depo-Provera.
Ongoing Legal Actions
Several legal actions are currently underway in various countries in relation to Depo-Provera.
Le Tutour Avocats is reviewing potential legal actions in France and abroad on behalf of women who have used these progestin-based medicines and developed meningioma, as well as those who have not developed the condition.
Le Tutour Avocats
The firm has extensive experience in litigation involving health products intended for women. Whether relating to implants, medical devices, medicinal products, or medical treatments, their impact on women’s health has all too often been underestimated.
The Le Tutour Avocats team is composed of female lawyers trained in health law and liability law, who handle large-scale litigation on behalf of a significant number of victims.
By way of example, the firm represents 1,300 victims of the PIP company and its certifying body, TÜV. Le Tutour Avocats appears before the French civil, criminal, and administrative courts.
The firm has established close working relationships with other law firms in multiple jurisdictions.