Transvaginal Mesh Complications Attorneys
According to an announcement by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), in July, 2011, serious transvaginal mesh complications are not rare. The complications can be debilitating, extremely painful, and irreversible. Transvaginal mesh complications can ruin a woman’s quality of life forever. If you have been injured by transvaginal mesh a transvaginal mesh attorney can help you get the compensation you deserve.
Most Common Transvaginal Mesh Complications
According to the FDA the most common transvaginal mesh complications are:
- Mesh erosion through the vagina
- Pain
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Pain during sexual intercourse
- Organ perforation
- Urinary problems
Mesh Erosion and Contractions
Transvaginal mesh can erode through the vaginal wall into the vaginal. This is also referred to as extrusion or protrusion. Surgery is required to remove the defective mesh. It usually takes several surgeries and even after multiple surgeries the problem cannot always be reversed.
In addition to the horrible problems that mesh erosion can cause for the women who have the complication, some men report pain and irritation of the penis from the exposed mesh during sexual intercourse.
Mesh contraction is shrinkage of the mesh. It can cause vaginal shortening and tightening and severe pain.
Women who experience mesh erosion or contraction can suffer extreme pelvic pain and the inability to engage in sexual intercourse. The pain and debilitating effects can be life-long.
Transvaginal Mesh Complications during Surgery
Complications which can occur during the placement of transvaginal mesh include:
- Bladder perforation
- Bowel perforation
- Blood vessel perforation
Complications after Surgery
POP and SUI surgeries typically go quickly and without any noticeable problems. The majority of complications arise later and can include:
- Mesh erosion
- Mesh contraction
- Vaginal scarring
- Infection
- Fistulas connecting the vagina to the bladder, colon, or rectum
- Persistent vaginal discharge
- Severe and persistent pelvic pain
- Severe pain during sexual intercourse (dyspareunia)
- Granuloma formation
- Urinary problems
- Recurrence of SUI or POP
If you or a loved one has been suffered transvaginal mesh complications, please call our transvaginal mesh attorneys at 1-877-LOSS RECOVER or submit an online questionnaire. Your initial consultation with our transvaginal mesh attorneys is free of charge. Please call right away to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.