Hernia mesh is used in surgical procedures for hernia repair, chest wall reconstruction, and the treatment of surgical wounds. Certain models of hernia mesh are now facing increased scrutiny after patient complaints of serious health complications and side effects.
If you or a loved one suffered infection, an allergic reaction, surgical mesh failure, or internal organ damage after undergoing a procedure that used surgical mesh and needed repair or revision surgery to treat the complication, you may be entitled to compensation.
At Berg Injury Lawyers, our California defective medical device lawyers have the knowledge and resources to take on cases like yours, and we’ll fight to get you what you deserve. Don’t wait—contact us now to get started.
Hernia Mesh Complications
Several hernia mesh models have been linked to serious side effects, including:
- Allergic reactions
- Mesh erosion or failure
- Abdominal pain
- Ulcers
- Organ perforation
- Bowel obstruction
- Intestinal fistulas
- Renal failure
If you or a loved one had a surgery involving the use of hernia mesh and required revision or repair surgery, contact our firm today. We’re ready to help you get fair compensation for your injuries.
Hernia Mesh Products Linked to Injuries
A variety of mesh products are used to repair hernias, but reports suggest that certain types of mesh pose an increased risk of injury to patients.
These include several models manufactured by Medtronic (formerly Covidien), such as:
- Parietex™: This line of mesh is often used in general surgery to reinforce soft tissue during hernia repairs, including inguinal, hiatal, and incisional hernias. Because it’s made of polyester, it can provoke severe inflammatory responses, shrink over time, and even move inside the body, leading to chronic debilitating pain and organ perforation.
- Symbotex™: This synthetic, implantable composite mesh is used in both open and laparoscopic ventral hernia repairs. Its polyester material can cause excessive inflammation in the body. In addition, its temporary protective coating can break down over time, potentially damaging organs.
- ProGrip™: This self-fixating surgical mesh is designed for hernia repair. It features tiny, resorbable micro-grips that eliminate the need for traditional metal tacks or sutures. However, it has been linked to severe complications, including debilitating chronic pain, mesh migration, shrinkage, nerve entrapment, and organ perforation.
Hernia Mesh Injury Lawsuits
If you’ve experienced complications after a procedure that used hernia mesh and needed a surgical repair or revision, our firm wants to help you get fair compensation for your injuries.
We’ll work to hold the responsible parties accountable for the pain and suffering they’ve caused you. Contact Berg Injury Lawyers today to get the help you deserve.
Parietex™, Symbotex™, and ProGrip™ are trademarks of Medtronic and are used here only to identify the products in question.
Berg Injury Lawyers is not associated with, sponsored by, or affiliated with Medtronic, Covidien, or the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
Cases may be referred to another attorney or law firm.
