Vaginal mesh patch surgery lawsuits prevail in Pennsylvania, New Jersey

Surgical mesh is a medical device that is generally used to repair weakened or damaged tissue. It is made from porous absorbable or non-absorbable synthetic material or absorbable biologic material. In urogynecologic procedures, surgical mesh is permanently implanted to reinforce the weakened vaginal wall to repair pelvic organ prolapse or to support the urethra to treat urinary incontinence.

From 2008 to 2010, there were seven reported deaths associated with POP repairs. A follow up investigation revealed that three of the deaths were related to mesh placement procedures - two bowel perforations and one hemorrhage.

The FDA has received reports of complications associated with the placement of mesh through an incision made in the wall of the vagina. Although rare, these complications can have serious consequences. The reports have not been linked to a single brand or model of mesh.

But, more than 400 lawsuits are pending in New Jersey state court against Ethicon for injuries allegedly caused by several transvaginal mesh products. Lawsuits allege that Johnson & Johnson knew that Ethicon TVT products were unreasonably dangerous but continued to manufacture and sell them regardless.

C.R. Bard is another manufacturer of transvaginal mesh. Bard manufactures, distributes, and markets numerous medical devices. By the end of July 2011, more than 100 women have filed Bard Avaulta vaginal mesh lawsuits.

SPARC® is a type of transvaginal mesh patch produced by American Medical Systems (AMS) designed to treat stress incontinence. Lawsuits have been filed for women who had failed mesh patch surgery.

More surgical mesh patch brands are involved.

Do you have a vaginal mesh patch surgery lawsuit caused by a faulty mesh patch product? Hundreds to thousands of women are affected.

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