The most common type of surgical mesh is made from polypropylene, a flexible, woven plastic that can be cut into different sizes and shapes.
In addition to common surgical risks —infection, anesthesia side effects, pain or swelling at the wound site— surgical mesh has some known complications and higher complex risks associated with it. Documented issues linked to hernia mesh surgery include:
Mesh erosion or rejection
Mesh shrinkage or migration
Nerve damage
Fistulas or tissue erosion
Bowel perforation and obstruction
Large or Small Intestine blockage or obstruction
Fluid build-up at the surgical site (seroma)
Hole in neighboring tissues or organs
In addition, there have been numerous adverse reactions reported to the FDA.
If you or a loved one suffer side effects such as pain, bleeding, fluid buildup, or bowel obstruction following a hernia mesh surgery, contact us today.
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