Consumer in China ready to sue Bausch & Lomb for ReNu eye infections
ReNu, a product by Bausch & Lomb, is responsible for rare eye infections known as fungal keratitis (Fusarium Keratitis). If untreated, these infections can cause blindess. Lawsuits for ReNu are being filed by a number of citizens of Asia who have suffered severe damage to their eyes as a result of using Bausch & Lomb's ReNu.
According to People's Daily Online nearly 80 Chinese citizens who claim they suffered eye infections caused by a contact lens solution made by Bausch & Lomb plan to sue the company in the United States. Significant issues in these cases will be jurisdictional as well as proving that there is no adequate remedy in Asia (China, or elsewhere).
According to the article: They believe they contracted fungal keratitis, which can lead to blindness, after using ReNu MoistureLoc Multi Purpose Solution. See: http://english.people.com.cn/200607/11/eng20060711_281830.html