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How our pelvic mesh specialists can help

Pelvic mesh is a type of synthetic netting, or surgical mesh, which is used to treat many different conditions, but largely pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence. 

We understand the severity and sensitivity of these situations, and our team of expert medical negligence lawyers have plenty of experience helping individuals who have suffered as a result of medical negligence regarding pelvic mesh surgery. 

Call us free today to see how we can help you understand your options on 0808 164 0808, or request a call back if you’d like one of our no-win, no-fee experts to call you.

pelvic mesh frequently asked questions

What is pelvic mesh surgery? toggle accordion
Pelvic mesh surgery is where an individual’s pelvic area is fitted with synthetic netting, designed to help repair and support weakened or damaged bodily tissue. 

What is a pelvic mesh implant used for? toggle accordion
Most commonly, pelvic mesh uses are to help treat pelvic organ prolapse or stress urinary incontinence.  

What is pelvic organ prolapse? toggle accordion
While pelvic organ prolapse is not life-threatening, it can often be the source of major discomfort and cause the sufferer intense pain, hence the need for treatment of which one option is with pelvic mesh.  There are four main types of pelvic organ prolapse: 
  1. anterior prolapse – where the bladder pushes against the front vaginal wall 
  1. posterior wall prolapse – where the bowel pushes against the back vaginal wall 
  1. uterine prolapse – where the womb pushes down into the vaginal area 
  1. The fourth type of prolapse is where the top of the vagina begins to push downwards and can be a result of womb removal surgery  

What are the symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse? toggle accordion
Someone who suffers with pelvic organ prolapse may experience the following symptoms: 
  • a visible lump in or protruding from the vagina 
  • difficulty passing urine and/or stress incontinence 
  • pain or discomfort during sexual intercourse 
  • a sore “dragging” sensation within the vagina 
  • a heavy, bloated feeling in the lower abdomen or genital area 
In some cases, pelvic organ prolapse can be minor and go unnoticed. It may not be discovered until an examination such as a cervical screening or biopsy procedure for other reasons is carried out. 

What is stress urinary incontinence? toggle accordion
Stress urinary incontinence is a condition where the tissue around the bladder becomes weak, and therefore can result in the involuntary passing of urine whenever the bladder or pelvis become strained (laughter, coughing, jumping or sneezing). 

What are the pelvic mesh surgery complications? toggle accordion
Unfortunately not all pelvic mesh operations are successful. It may also be the case that a doctor has been negligent in the way they failed to provide a patient with alternatives before recommending the surgery.  Some typical pelvic mesh surgery complications can include: 
  • Badly-fitted mesh becoming dislodged during intercourse 
  • Abnormal bleeding or discharge 
  • A sudden surge in water infections 
  • Pain when passing urine 
  • Sharp spasms in the pelvic area 
  • Constant pain in the abdomen 

How long do I have to start the pelvic mesh litigation process? toggle accordion
You have 3 years from the date of the negligence, or date of knowledge, to make a claim for compensation. However due to the severity of these cases we recommend you seek legal advice as soon as possible. 

Helping people who have been treated negligently with pelvic mesh

  • Fighting for answers when none are being given
  • Helping you get the ongoing support and guidance you need
  • Raising awareness of mistakes and encouraging lessons to be learned

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We carry out many of our claims on a no win, no fee basis. This means there are no upfront costs for you and, provided that you have not misled or acted against the advice that we have given you, no financial risk to you – even if your claim is not successful.

In most instances we will purchase ‘After the Event’ (ATE) insurance on your behalf to cover any legal costs should you not win the case. However, if you have a ‘Before the Event’ (BTE) insurance policy included in your home, car or credit card insurance then we may look to use that insurance to cover the legal costs and an ATE policy should not then be required.

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Nick Garrish

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Melanie Minter

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Simon Pimlott

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Viral Dagly

Associate

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Helen Rundle

Associate

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Fernanda Simionato-Ayling

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Disclaimer

In general you have three years from the date of negligence or reasonable knowledge of mistreatment by a medical professional causing you harm to bring a medical negligence compensation claim. There are some exceptions to this rule; for instance where the matter involves a child in which case the child has three years from the date of their 18th birthday to bring a claim, therefore expiring on the individual’s 21st birthday.

It is important to speak to our medical negligence solicitors as early as possible to avoid any issues with limitation dates.

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