Transvaginal Mesh Implant Complications

Transvaginal mesh implants are receiving increased scrutiny by both doctors and patients after the FDA’s detailed report revealing that thousands of women were uncessessarily exposed to a significant risk of injuries included erosion, uninary problems and other complications related to the transvaginal mesh implant.

Background:

Thousands of women had a vaginal mesh or bladder sling implanted in recent years and numerous reports are surfacing of complications and injuries that may be linked to this surgical mesh used to treat Stress Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic Organ Prolapse.

Symptoms of Transvaginal Mesh Complications:

Infection
Erosion of the mesh into the vagina
Pelvic Pain
Vaginal Pain
Injury to nearby organs
Urinary problems
Hardening of the vaginal mesh
Difficulty during sex after vaginal surgery

The transvaginal mesh manufacturers linked to complications may include:

American Medical Systems
Boston Scientific
Bard
Johnson & Johnson

Additional Information:

January 4, 2012: F.D.A. Orders Surgical Mesh Makers to Study Risks, nytimes.com
September 8, 2011: J&J-Led Vaginal Mesh Group Says FDA Should Require More Studies, businessweek.com
August 25, 2011: Recall surgical mesh, consumer group says, startribune.com
July 13, 2011: FDA Report on Transvaginal Mesh Complications

What Can You Do?

If you or a loved one have experienced any complications from a transvaginal mesh implant, it may be important to contact an attorney who can help you protect your potential legal claim. If you would like more information, or would just like to talk with a lawyer experienced in this litigation, please call us toll-free at 800-755-0098 for a free consultation or fill out our online free case review. Zimmerman Reed is experienced in handling defective medical device cases and we welcome any questions you may have.