Media attention has focused recently on problems with surgical mesh used to treat pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence. A few years ago, the surgical mesh in the news was that used to repair hernias. Egerton Law continues to receive reports of individuals seriously injured after receiving a surgical mesh implant for hernia repair.
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In 2005, device manufacturer C.R. Bard, a subsidiary of Davol, Inc., initiated a recall of certain lots of its Composix Kugel Mesh device. The Kugel mesh, used to repair hernias, is made with a recoil ring that helps the mesh spring into place as it is implanted. It was found that this ring would break, potentially causing internal puncture wounds to individuals receiving the mesh.
Over the next year, Bard expanded the recall to include several additional lots of the Kugel mesh device after continued reports of ring breakage.
Lawsuits filed against Bard were consolidated in a Rhode Island federal court. After years of trial preparation, most of the lawsuits regarding the Kugel mesh devices have been resolved.
During court proceedings, the lawsuit was expanded to address injuries caused by many different types of Bard surgical mesh products. Even products without the recoil ring can cause injuries due to the stiff plastic material, which can become jagged and cause internal damage.
At Egerton Law, we continue to learn of individuals who have been harmed after receiving surgical mesh implants for repair of hernias. These individuals have been forced to undergo multiple surgeries, and are left with permanent injuries. Young people who have been injured by these devices may be unable to work for the rest of their lives.
Our attorneys continue to handle cases alleging injuries caused by hernia mesh products. If you or a loved one has been injured after receiving surgical mesh to repair a hernia, contact Egerton Law at 1-800-800-4LAW or fill out a web contact form to discuss your case with a product liability lawyer.
For FDA information on these implants, check this website:
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ListofRecalls/ucm062944.htm
An attorney with Egerton Law in Greensboro, North Carolina, Ms. Beeson focuses mainly on product liability law. Working within the field itself for several years has given Emily valuable, firsthand knowledge that makes her quite adept at navigating this intricate area of practice.
2 Comments
William
I had inguial hernia surgery on July 14,2014 and started having health issues the second day in was put in my body! I have seen 8 specialist and had every test and nerve blocks with no relief and each day my health just gets worse! I can't find a doctor in Kentucky to help me even though I've had 3 doctors tell me I need to have the mesh removed from my body!
Tammy Lee
I had two hernia repairs. I had it done in 2001. I went from teaching Physical Education/Coaching to disabled!!! I have not once....been able to have sex ....not even once!!! My life was taking away from me!!!! I am in so much pain! I take 3 percocets and day and it still doesn't calm my pain!!! Feeling lost and yes....even think life is not worth living any more! Help me please!!
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