Introduction Transvaginal mesh implants were supposed to be a groundbreaking solution for pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI). However, they have caused significant harm to a large number of women. Complications such as chronic pain, infection, mesh erosion, and other debilitating conditions have led many women to seek legal recourse. If you […]
The Recalled Ethicon Gynecare Prolift Kit
A Brief Review of The Failed Transvaginal Mesh Device The recalled Ethicon Gynecare Prolift device kit and other similar transvaginal mesh products were intended to revolutionize the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI) in women. However, what was initially heralded as a groundbreaking advancement soon became synonymous with severe complications […]
Transvaginal Mesh and the FDA
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Commissioner Scott Gottlieb first announced the agency would meet on surgical mesh safety and effectiveness of transvaginal pelvic organ prolapse repair in a statement November 20, 2018. The FDA reported approximately 2, 874 adverse events from January 1, 2008 until December 31, 2010. The most common adverse events for […]