A transvaginal mesh is used in women with urinary stress incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. Urinary stress incontinence causes a loss of bladder control caused by old age and child birth. Pelvic organ prolapse causes the vagina and nearby organs to fall from their usual position. Women suffering from these conditions were relieved when the transvaginal mesh came on the market. However, in Oct. 2008, the FDA announced that the placement of the mesh has lead to painful and serious side effects in many women.

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The FDA reported that over three years, nine surgical mesh manufacturers received over 1000 reports of complications. These complaints included pain, urinary problems, infection, vaginal scarring, bowel or bladder perforation, erosion through vaginal epithelium, and recurrence of incontinence or prolapse.

Treatments for complications caused by the transvaginal mesh require additional surgery, blood transfusions, IV therapy or abscess drainage. The FDA has suggested that the size and shape of the mesh, the mesh material, surgical technique, and overall health of the patient may be determining factors in who develops transvaginal mesh complications. Others believe the design of the mesh may be a contributing factor. If the mesh hinders the nearby tissue from receiving nutrients and oxygen, it may not heal, which can lead to the reported complications. For example, one transvaginal mesh, the Mentor ObTape Vaginal Sling, was taken off the market because of this design defect.

If you have suffered transvaginal mesh injuries, contact a lawyer today to find out if you can receive compensation for your suffering.