It is quite common for women to suffer from two vaginal conditions called pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI). These conditions result from a weakening of the muscles in the pelvic region, generally following childbirth or surgery. Women suffering from POP and SUI experience pain and impaired bowel and bladder function.
In recent years, many pharmaceutical companies have created transvaginal mesh products to alleviate the symptoms associated with POP and SUI. While many manufacturers are producing these devices, the most commonly used is the Bard Avaulta Mesh product.
After more than 1,000 incidents of serious complications have been reported by medical professionals and transvaginal mesh product manufacturers, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has decided to issue a warning about these products. While the Bard Avaulta Mesh product and other similar devices have not yet been recalled, it is important to be aware that the risks associated with these products may not be worth the benefits.
The following problems have been associated with the use of transvaginal mesh products:
- Erosion through vaginal epithelium
- Infection
- Pain
- Urinary problems
- Recurrence of prolapse and/or incontinence
- Bowel, bladder, and blood vessel perforation during insertion
The corrective measures for these harmful side effects are all very serious, and often involve additional surgery. If you are suffering from POP or SUI, you should ask your doctor if there are any other safer treatment options before having a transvaginal mesh product surgically installed in your body.
If you have suffered from one or more of these painful side effects associated with the Bard Avaulta Mesh product, you should consult with an experienced defective product attorney immediately to see if you have a valid product liability claim. You may be entitled to receive compensation for your damages.
If you live in the Chicago, Illinois area and have a defective product claim from using the Bard Avaulta Mesh product, please contact the law office of Barry G. Doyle, P.C. today to schedule a consultation.
