Women Sick Due to Transvaginal Mesh Implants

Medical companies designed transvaginal surgical mesh to permanently treat pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence.

What Is Pelvic Organ Prolapse?

Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when pelvic muscles weaken, and organs like the bladder or uterus push against the vaginal wall.
Many women experience pelvic prolapse or incontinence after childbirth, menopause, or undergoing a hysterectomy.

“Transvaginal” describes the surgical technique where doctors implant mesh through the vagina.
Surgeons may also insert mesh through the abdomen in some procedures.
Some mesh implants come from animal tissue. This absorbable mesh usually originates from cows or pigs.
Absorbable mesh gradually breaks down and weakens. It is not designed to offer long-term reinforcement.

Non-absorbable mesh stays in the body permanently and supports long-term structural repair, according to the FDA.

Health Risks and Material Concerns

Manufacturers recommended surgical techniques that led to serious complications in many patients.
Women have suffered from infections, organ punctures, and erosion of vaginal tissues.

Synthetic mesh typically contains polypropylene, a plastic labeled non-toxic for human use.
Manufacturers also use polypropylene to make milk jugs, yogurt containers, and clothing fibers.

Recent discoveries raise new concerns about this material.
According to Science Journal, polypropylene may release two chemicals: oleamide and quaternary ammonium biocides.
Researchers admit they do not yet fully understand the risks of these chemicals.

Environmental Working Group scientist Rebecca Sutton warned, “We simply don’t want these chemicals getting into our bodies.”

Transvaginal mesh implants remain inside the body.
Women may suffer complications that resemble other health conditions, making diagnosis difficult.

Examples include:
– Emotional instability or mood swings
– Feeling something is wrong internally
– Pelvic pressure or organ heaviness
– Chronic fatigue, headaches, or nausea
– Symptoms misdiagnosed as hormonal changes

Signs You May Have a Transvaginal Mesh Issue:

– Inflammation, infection, or irritation in the pelvic region
– Damage to blood vessels in the pelvis
– Painful intercourse or internal discomfort
– Mesh exposed or eroding internally
– Bladder, bowel, or urethra punctured
– Persistent urinary obstruction or difficulty urinating
– No relief from incontinence symptoms after mesh surgery

What is the Statute of Limitations in Texas?

In Texas, you must file a claim within two years of the implantation date.
However, many women experience symptoms years after their surgery.

Nearly 100,000 women have filed transvaginal mesh lawsuits in U.S. courts.
Between 2010 and 2013, seven women died from mesh-related complications.

If you believe a transvaginal mesh injured you, call Brian Loncar and Associates Personal Injury Attorneys now.