Transvaginal Mesh Injuries
In the 1990’s, surgeons began to use a type of mesh originally designed for hernias in other areas of the body to treat pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI) in women. Intended to protect and support the vaginal area, the mesh is surgically placed along the vaginal wall to create a permanent structure in an already weakened area. The FDA began researching numerous reports related to the vaginal mesh procedures as early as 2007, followed by an alert warning consumers and patients of the potential risks and adverse complications of the product. On July 13, 2011 the FDA issued a warning advising patients to consider alternative treatments to vaginal mesh.
Complications and injuries include:
- Degradation of the product, which can lead to chronic inflammation in some patients
- Chronic inflammation (or Persistent Delayed Healing) which can cause:
- Scarring and disfigurement
- Urinary and defecatory dysfunction
- Sexual dysfunction
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Pelvic infection
- Pain
- Erosion
- Organ perforation
- Recurrence
- Incontinence
- Neuromuscular Problems
- Vaginal Scarring
Transvaginal Mesh Lawsuit Information
We are investigating legal claims for women who have suffered complications following transvaginal mesh surgery. According to the FDA, transvaginal surgical mesh, has been associated with risk of pain, urinary problems, infection, leakage, bleeding erosion of the mesh, and reoccurrence of the condition. Women who have suffered complications following transvaginal mesh surgery may be able to recover compensation through a transvaginal mesh lawsuit.
If you or a loved one has suffered pain and degradation due to complications with vaginal mesh surgery, please fill out the form to the right or call us at 1-888-552-5247 to discuss your legal rights. Our initial consultation is always free. You owe nothing unless we make a recovery for you.