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Hernia Mesh Lawsuits

Injuries Caused by Hernia Surgical Mesh Implants

Made from synthetic materials or animal tissue, surgical mesh is a type of medical device used to provide support to weak or damaged tissue. When made of the appropriate type of material for the hernia repair, surgical mesh can prevent recurrence and even allow for a shorter recovery time for the patient. But surgical mesh has also been associated with serious side effects.

Meyer Wilson is investigating claims involving side effects caused by hernia mesh. When hernia mesh is made from cheap plastic polypropylene, it may cause severe complications. The FDA addressed these issues in an April 2016 article, which cited complications associated with recalled hernia mesh products. Even so, some manufacturers still use polypropylene for their mesh products.

If you or someone you love suffered from mesh erosion, infection, or other complications after a hernia repair, now is the time to discuss your options with our skilled attorneys. We can advise you regarding whether you may have a right to compensation for your pain and suffering, medical treatment, ongoing care, and possibly more.

Call (614) 532-4576 to discuss your potential hernia mesh lawsuit and how Meyer Wilson can help.

HERNIA MESH LITIGATION IN THE U.S.

Due to the number of patients adversely affected by defective hernia mesh products, consolidated lawsuits have been filed against manufacturers and other responsible parties. These include multi-district litigations (MDLs), multi-county litigations (MCLs), and class actions.

The largest MDL involving hernia mesh is In Re: Davol, Inc./C.R. Bard, Inc., Polypropylene Hernia Mesh Products Liability Litigation, MDL No. 2846, which is in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio. This case involves more than 20 different mesh products used for hernia repairs, and the outcome of this case may well influence the outcome of future hernia mesh lawsuits. Bellwether trials are set to begin in 2021.

HERNIA SURGICAL MESH COMPLICATIONS

Defective hernia mesh may cause such complications as:

  • “Revision” surgery, in which the original mesh must be replaced or removed
  • Infection
  • Pain
  • Hernia recurrence
  • Bowel obstruction
  • Mesh “migration” to other parts of the body
  • Mesh shrinkage
  • Adhesions
  • Organ perforation
  • Abdominal swelling
  • Meshoma
  • Fistula
  • Seroma
  • Bowel removal

These complications can be extremely painful and may present a real danger to a patient. Emergency surgery may be required in some cases to address mesh migration, erosion, or organ perforation. Continued complications could arise from such conditions, and all areas of a patient’s life may be adversely affected. The recovery of fair compensation from the responsible party can help a patient rebuild to face a more stable future.

HERNIA MESH RECALLS

Because they can cause serious complications, some types of surgical mesh used for hernia repair have been recalled by the FDA. Others have been voluntarily recalled by their manufacturers. Whether the surgical mesh used in your repair has been recalled or not, you may have grounds for a lawsuit. Our hernia mesh attorneys can review your particular claim to determine how to proceed.

The following types of hernia surgical mesh have been recalled:

  • Composix Kugel mesh
  • Ethicon Proceed Surgical Mesh
  • C-QuR V-pack Mesh
  • Ethicon Physiomesh Flexible Composite Mesh
  • Atrium ProLite Mesh patches
  • Versatex Monofilament Mesh
  • Bard Flat Mesh

Whether you see your brand or type of mesh included in the list above, or even if you do not know what brand was used in your case, you can get experienced insight regarding your legal rights by consulting with our team at Meyer Wilson. We have handled thousands of cases and have recovered more than $350 million for our clients.

To learn more, call our hernia mesh lawyers at (614) 532-4576 or contact us online. We are working hard to get justice for those who have suffered harm. Tell us your story. We are here to help.

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