--- title: Complications Associated with Surgical Pelvic Mesh description: FDA states complications associated with transvaginal placement of mesh can have serious consequences. The Law Offices of Foster & Houston discuss this topic. image: https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/hubfs/Mesh_FandHLaw.jpg --- [![FosterHouston-Logo-FINAL01-01-BlueWhite](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/hubfs/FosterHouston-Logo-FINAL01-01-BlueWhite.png)](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/) ![phone](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/hs-fs/hubfs/phone.png?width=350&name=phone.png "phone") - [Home](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com) - [Cases](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/open-cases) - [3M Ear Plugs](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/dual-ended-combatarms-earplugs) - [Amputation](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/amputation-lawsuit) - [Baby Formula/NEC](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/nec-baby-formula) - [Burn Injury](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/burn-injury-lawsuit) - [Depo-Provera](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/depo-provera-legal-claim-information) - [Heartburn Drugs](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/heartburn-drug-lawsuit) - [Oilfield Injury](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/oilfield-injury-lawsuit) - [Surgical Breast Mesh](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/surgical-breast-mesh) - [About Us](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/law-firm-overview) - [Our Attorneys](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/attorneys) - [Contact](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/contact-us) ![top_banner.jpg](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/hs-fs/hubfs/images/top_banner.jpg?width=1950&name=top_banner.jpg "top_banner.jpg") ## Complications Associated with Surgical Pelvic Mesh Posted by [Firm Staff](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/blog/author/firm-staff) on Aug 17, 2016 1:52:34 PM ![](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/hubfs/About.jpg) Find me on: [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/fosterhoustonlaw/) [Twitter](https://twitter.com/fandhlaw) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ![Mesh_FandHLaw.jpg](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Mesh_FandHLaw.jpg?width=320&name=Mesh_FandHLaw.jpg)Complications associated with transvaginal placement of pelvic mesh can have serious consequences, according to the FDA. Typically used to repair damaged or weakened tissue, surgical mesh is typically used for pelvic organ prolapse (POP) or stress urinary incontinence surgery.   Surgical mesh has been used since the 1950s, but it wasn’t used for pelvic surgery until the 90s. Recently, the FDA noted an increase in the number of adverse events associated with the use of mesh. This ultimately led to an FDA order in early 2016 to list surgical mesh in the high-risk devices category.   Literature reviewed by the FDA regarding surgical mesh revealed that common complications include mesh erosion, severe pelvic pain, infection, bleeding, urinary problems, and more. To warn both doctors and patients about the use of surgical mesh for POP, the FDA has issued multiple safety communications, orders to manufacturers, and stronger reporting requirements.   ![SurgicalMesh_FandHLaw.jpeg](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/hs-fs/hubfs/SurgicalMesh_FandHLaw.jpeg?width=320&name=SurgicalMesh_FandHLaw.jpeg)According to William Maisel, the chief scientist for the FDA’s Center for Devices and Radiological Health, “stronger clinical requirements will help to address the significant risks associated with surgical mesh for repair of pelvic organ prolapse.” Maisel also noted that the FDA will continue to monitor “how women with this device are faring months and years after surgery through continued postmarket surveillance measures.”   If you or a loved one has undergone surgery in which pelvic mesh was implanted, it’s important to be aware of the potential effects and your rights. Consult with your physician if you have medical concerns.   To help you stay informed, The Law Offices of Foster & Houston will continue to share important news involving surgical mesh. You can learn more about mesh and your rights by visiting our [website](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/transvaginal-mesh-lawsuit).   *Sources: [2011 FDA Public Health Notification](http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/AlertsandNotices/PublicHealthNotifications/ucm061976.htm), [2016 FDA News Release](http://www.fda.gov/NewsEvents/Newsroom/PressAnnouncements/ucm479732.htm)* Topics: [Health](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/blog/topic/health), [FDA](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/blog/topic/fda), [Surgical Mesh](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/blog/topic/surgical-mesh), [Transvaginal Mesh](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/blog/topic/transvaginal-mesh), [Transvaginal Mesh Lawsuit](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/blog/topic/transvaginal-mesh-lawsuit), [The Law Offices of Foster & Houston](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/blog/topic/the-law-offices-of-foster-houston), [Mesh Lawsuit](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/blog/topic/mesh-lawsuit), [Surgical Mesh Lawsuit](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/blog/topic/surgical-mesh-lawsuit), [FANDHLAW](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/blog/topic/fandhlaw), [Ryan Foster](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/blog/topic/ryan-foster), [Foster & Houston](https://www.fosterhoustonlaw.com/blog/topic/foster-houston) ### Contact Foster & Houston ### More to Read **The Law Offices of Foster & Houston, PLLC All rights reserved. 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