Transvaginal Mesh
In July of 2011, the FDA issued a Safety Alert for transvaginal mesh used to treat pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence. The FDA warning stated this was an “area of continuing serious concern,” and it is unclear if the “mesh is more effective than traditional non-mesh repair and it may expose patients to greater risk.”
Complications Include:
- Pelvic pain
- Erosion of tissue
- Infection
- Painful Intercourse
- Perforation of the bowel or bladder
- The need for corrective surgery
Although two mesh devices in particular have been recalled, Ennis & Ennis, P.A. is investigating potential claims for ALL transvaginal mesh devices. There are four primary manufacturers and numerous devices. Below is a listing of the most common manufacturers and products.
| Manufacturer | Products |
| Johnson & Johnson | Ethicon TVT |
| Johnson & Johnson | Gynecare TVT |
| Johnson & Johnson | Gynecare Prosima |
| Johnson & Johnson | Gynecare Prolift |
| Johnson & Johnson | Gynemesh PS |
| Boston Scientific | Advantage Sling System |
| Boston Scientific | Obtryx Curved Single |
| Boston Scientific | Obtryx Mesh Sling |
| Boston Scientific | Prefyx Mid U Mesh Sling System |
| Boston Scientific | Prefyx PPS System |
| Boston Scientific | Arise |
| Boston Scientific | Pinnacle |
| Boston Scientific | Lynx |
| Boston Scientific | Solyx |
| C. R. Bard | Avaulta Plus BioSynthetic Support |
| C. R. Bard | Avaulta Solo Synthetic Support |
| C. R. Bard | Faslata Allograft |
| C. R. Bard | Pelvicol Tissue |
| C. R. Bard | PelviSoft Biomesh |
| C. R. Bard | Pelvitex Polypropylene Mesh |
| American Medical Systems | SPARC |
| American Medical Systems | BioArc |
| American Medical Systems | MiniArc |
| American Medical Systems | Elevate |
| American Medical Systems | Monarc |
| American Medical Systems | Perigree |
| American Medical Systems | In-Fast |
| American Medical Systems | Apogee |
If you, or a loved one, have suffered from a transvaginal mesh device, you may be entitled to compensation.
Contact the experienced lawyers of Ennis & Ennis, P.A. today by calling toll free (800)856-6405 or by completing the online form at www.ennislaw.com for a free, confidential consultation.
