Why Do Some Transvaginal Mesh Implant Devices Fail?

How Can A Transvaginal Mesh Attorney from TruLaw Help You?

Our Transvaginal Mesh attorney at TruLaw is dedicated to supporting clients through the process of filing a Transvaginal Mesh lawsuit.

With extensive experience in product liability cases, Jessica Paluch-Hoerman and our partner law firms work with litigation leaders and medical experts to prove how defective mesh implants caused you harm.

TruLaw focuses on securing compensation for medical expenses, revision surgeries, pain and suffering, lost income, and other damages resulting from your transvaginal mesh injuries.

We understand the physical and emotional toll that Transvaginal Mesh complications have on your life and provide the personalized guidance you need when seeking justice.

Meet the Lead Transvaginal Mesh Attorney at TruLaw

Meet our lead Transvaginal Mesh attorney:

• Jessica Paluch-Hoerman: As founder and managing attorney of TruLaw, Jessica brings her experience in product liability and personal injury to her client-centered approach by prioritizing open communication and personalized attention with her clients. Through TruLaw and partner law firms, Jessica has helped collect over $3 billion on behalf of injured individuals across all 50 states through verdicts and negotiated settlements.

How much does hiring a Transvaginal Mesh lawyer from TruLaw cost?

At TruLaw, we believe financial concerns should never stand in the way of justice.

That’s why we operate on a contingency fee basis—with this approach, you only pay legal fees after you’ve been awarded compensation for your injuries.

If you or a loved one experienced pain, bleeding, infection, organ perforation, mesh erosion, or other complications from transvaginal mesh implants, you may be eligible to seek compensation.

Contact TruLaw using the chat on this page to receive an instant case evaluation and determine whether you qualify to join others in filing a Transvaginal Mesh lawsuit today.

Major Causes of Transvaginal Mesh Device Failure

Transvaginal mesh implants were designed to provide support to organs in the pelvic region that have become displaced due to weakened tissues.

Despite being FDA approved for certain uses, many of these devices have demonstrated serious safety and effectiveness concerns requiring ongoing surgical management after implantation.

Originally, many mesh devices were cleared through a less rigorous approval process than is now required for these implants.

Design Flaws in Pelvic Mesh Implant Devices

Manufacturers like American Medical Systems developed mesh products without sufficient premarket approval application data to fully understand long-term outcomes.

Early clinical trials for mesh products used to treat POP (pelvic organ prolapse) were often limited in scope and duration, failing to identify complications that would emerge years later.

In 2016, the FDA reclassified transvaginal mesh for POP repair as Class III (high-risk) devices, requiring more rigorous testing before approval.

Common design flaws in transvaginal mesh products include:

• Mesh materials that contract or degrade over time, damaging tissue in the surrounding area
• Products designed with arms or anchors that can erode through vaginal walls
• Mesh that is too rigid or becomes brittle, causing pain during normal activities
• Insufficient porosity preventing proper tissue integration after POP repair
• Materials that trigger inflammatory responses leading to complications

Many patients have reported that the mesh itself caused more problems than the condition it was meant to treat.

Surgical Technique Issues in Transvaginal Mesh Surgery

Even when mesh devices performed as designed, surgical technique problems have contributed significantly to complications in many women.

Procedures like midurethral sling placement for SUI repair require precise positioning to avoid organ damage.

Surgical technique failures often stem from:

• Inadequate surgeon training on specific mesh products and placement methods
• Improper tensioning of mesh during implantation
• Insufficient vaginal tissue coverage over the implant
• Inappropriate patient selection for mesh procedures
• Placement too close to surrounding organs, affecting normal bowel movements

The combination of product design issues and surgical technique problems has resulted in thousands of women requiring revision surgeries or complete mesh removal.

Unlike SUI repair procedures using midurethral slings, which have better long-term outcomes, transvaginal mesh for POP repair has demonstrated significantly higher complication rates.

The FDA continues to monitor mesh products through post-market surveillance to identify potential safety risks that weren’t apparent during initial approval processes.

Identifying Signs of Transvaginal Mesh Implant Failure

Transvaginal mesh implants were marketed as an effective solution for repairing weakened tissue in the pelvic floor.

Recognizing the signs of mesh failure early can help patients seek prompt medical intervention before complications worsen.

After an FDA advisory committee meeting in 2011, the agency discovered that transvaginal mesh complications were neither rare nor unpredictable as previously thought.

Warning Signs for Patients with Pelvic Organ Prolapse

The FDA issued warnings that patients who received mesh for pelvic organ prolapse repair should be vigilant for specific symptoms that may indicate mesh failure.

Pain during everyday activities, especially heavy lifting or bending, often signals mesh erosion or contraction.

Common warning signs of mesh failure in POP repair include, but are not limited to:

• Persistent vaginal bleeding or unusual discharge
• Exposure or protrusion of mesh material through vaginal tissue
• Return of prolapse symptoms despite mesh placement
• Pain during sexual intercourse that wasn’t present before surgery
• Recurring bladder or urinary tract infections

When mesh properties like pore size are inadequate, the body’s inflammatory response can lead to serious problems, including infection and organ perforation.

An exposed piece of mesh may be visible or palpable during examination, confirming mesh erosion through vaginal tissue.

Complications in Stress Urinary Incontinence Treatments

Mini slings and other mesh products used for stress urinary incontinence have shown different complication profiles than those used for POP repair.

In 2019, the FDA announced stronger regulations for mesh manufacturers after determining that available products had not demonstrated reasonable assurance of safety and effectiveness.

Distinctive signs of mesh failure in SUI treatments include:

• New or worsening urinary incontinence after the procedure
• Difficulty emptying the bladder completely
• Chronic pain in the groin, pelvis, or vagina
• Pain or discomfort during physical activities
• Recurrent urinary tract infections despite antibiotic treatment

Mesh complications may develop immediately after surgery or appear years later, making ongoing awareness essential for patients.

When mesh used for SUI treatment fails, many patients report a combination of pain and recurring incontinence that significantly impacts their quality of life.

Patients experiencing any of these symptoms should consult with their healthcare provider promptly, as addressing mesh complications early often leads to better outcomes.

TruLaw: Accepting Clients for the Transvaginal Mesh Lawsuit

Transvaginal mesh lawsuits are being filed by women across the country who suffered serious complications from pelvic mesh implants used to treat pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence.

TruLaw is currently accepting clients for the Transvaginal Mesh lawsuit.

A few reasons to choose TruLaw for your Transvaginal Mesh lawsuit include:

• If We Don’t Win, You Don’t Pay: The Transvaginal Mesh lawyers at TruLaw and our partner firms operate on a contingency fee basis, meaning we only get paid if you win.
• Expertise: We have decades of experience handling product liability cases similar to the Transvaginal Mesh lawsuit.
• Successful Track Record: TruLaw and our partner law firms have helped our clients recover billions of dollars in compensation through verdicts and negotiated settlements.

If you or a loved one suffered pain, infection, bleeding, organ damage, or other complications after receiving a transvaginal mesh implant, you may be eligible to seek compensation.

Contact TruLaw using the chat on this page to receive an instant case evaluation that can determine if you qualify for the Transvaginal Mesh lawsuit today.