"Implant Files" have released details on their global investigation, reporting on the potential harm to patients caused by medical devices. The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists (ICIJ), is a collaborative, investigative project spanning 36 countries that reportedly identified ramifications of poor product traceability standards. The report, published on November 26, 2018, lays out the case for a more communicative and streamlined recall process in which patients are kept updated on the status of their medical implants.