If you have been injured after implantation of a transvaginal mesh, TVT, TVT-O, sling device, please contact Ed Wallis today at (901) 527-2125 for a free case evaluation
The FDA has already unveiled a warning on the TVT and transvaginal mesh sling devices that have caused over 1,000 problems to date. Our firm is representing patients who have suffered devastating and personal injurious by this medical device, as well as investigating claims against physicians who may have negligently warned and/or advised patients of the risks of this procedure.
The FDA, for example, gives the following examples of how to approach the procedure:
- Tell your surgeon whether you have previously had a reaction to mesh or polypropylene materials.
- Ask what the pros and cons of using surgical mesh in your case in particula
- If mesh is to be used, ask your surgeon what’s been his or her experience with implanting this particular product–and what has been the experience of other patients that the surgeon has treated
- Ask how your surgeon deals with complications that might arise.
- Ask what changes to expect after the surgery and how long to expect the results to last
- Ask about any specific side effects that you should tell your surgeon about after the surgery.
- Find out what options you have, if for some reason, the mesh doesn’t resolve your problem.
- Find out what follow-up treatment would be done if you have complications related to the mesh–can the mesh be removed and what would the consequences be?
- If a mesh is to be used, ask if for patient information that comes with the produc
There are duties for a surgeon as well. Did your surgeon review with you the following or confirm he/she had done the following?
- Obtain specialized training for each mesh placement technique, and be aware of its risks.
- Be vigilant for potential adverse events from the mesh, especially erosion and infection.
- Watch for complications associated with the tools used in transvaginal placement, especially bowel, bladder and blood vessel perforations
- Inform patients that implantation of surgical mesh is permanent, and that some complications associated with the implanted mesh may require additional surgery that may or may not correct the complication.
- Inform patients about the potential for serious complications and their effect on quality of life, including pain during sexual intercourse, scarring, and narrowing of the vaginal wall (in POP repair).
- Provide patients with a written copy of the patient labeling from the surgical mesh manufacturer, if available.
If you received a transvaginal mesh / sling and have been injured, you may be entitled to monetary compensation. Problems include pain, inability to have intercourse, bleeding, mesh growth into the body, and more. Problems could be irreversible.
For more information, please visit the following pages:
- Canada Warns of Transvaginal Mesh Problems
- Transvaginal Mesh Recall Attorney Now Accepting Clients
- FDA Health Report on Transvaginal Mesh Injuries
- Attorneys Offering Free Case Evaluations for Injuries From Transvaginal Mesh Injuries
- Transvaginal Mesh Practice Areas Page
As a law firm who works with those injured, just like you or your loved one, we welcome the chance to speak with you. To do so if you are have sustained an injury from a transvaginal mesh device – sling, please do not delay and contact us for help.
You can reach Mr. Wallis by:
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