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Transvaginal Mesh Side Effects

Produced by various pharmaceutical manufacturers, the transvaginal mesh patch is a surgically implanted device that helps support weak and/or damaged vaginal walls. Events such as childbirth, abdominal injuries and surgery can weaken the vaginal walls, also referred to as the pelvic floor.

When damaged, the pelvic floor can't adequately hold up the bladder, urethra and other organs of the lower abdominal region. As these organs begin to slip out of place, a condition known as pelvic organ prolapse (POP) develops.

At the same time, the weight of these slipping organs can put undue pressure on the bladder, which can result in a condition known as stress urinary incontinence (SUI).

To treat POP and SUI, the transvaginal mesh patch is typically implanted within the pelvic floor. However, despite being an effective treatment device for many women, over 1,000 others have reported experiencing serious transvaginal mesh side effects.

Types of Transvaginal Mesh Side Effects

Serious transvaginal mesh side effects can include:

erosion through the vaginal lining (also known as the vaginal epithelium)
infection from transvaginal mesh
internal bleeding
pain (including pain during intercourse)
renewed POP and/or SUI
tears to the bowels, bladder and/or blood vessels.

Any of the above transvaginal mesh side effects will, if left untreated, result in further health problems, some of which can be life threatening. Consequently, it's vital that any woman who begins to experience pain (or other signs of transvaginal mesh side effects) seek immediate medical care.

Treatments for Transvaginal Mesh Side Effects

While the precise course of treatment for transvaginal mesh side effects will depend on the type and severity of the injury, in most cases, women will need some combination of the following to restore their health:

abscess (or hematoma) drainage
blood transfusions
intravenous therapy
surgery (to remove the transvaginal mesh patch and/or repair perforated organs)

Compensation for Transvaginal Mesh Side Effects

Once women affected by transvaginal mesh side effects have stabilized their health, it's a good idea for them to set up a free consultation with an experienced transvaginal mesh lawyer. By meeting with an attorney, affected women can:

learn more about their legal rights
find out more about cases similar to their own
get advice on how to proceed with their case
decide whether pursuing a transvaginal mesh lawsuit is right for them

To help potential plaintiffs pursue their legal claims in court, most attorneys will work on contingency, meaning that plaintiffs won't have to pay for legal services until (or unless) their case is won.

Although compensation for transvaginal mesh injuries will vary from case to case (depending on the particulars of an individual lawsuit), most settlements will include money for:

past medical bills
necessary ongoing treatments (should the transvaginal mesh side effect cause more permanent damage)
living expenses (should an affected woman be unable to work temporarily or permanently)
pain and suffering

Have you or a loved one been injured after using a transvaginal mesh patch? If so, contact us today to talk to an experienced transvaginal mesh attorney who can evaluate your claim, get your case started and help you win a highly deserved settlement.

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