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We help patients who feel they were not able to give informed consent before their mesh surgery. It is important for doctors to inform their patients of every risk involved with mesh surgery, and the complications that could arise afterwards. Unfortunately in some cases, doctors fail to disclose this information, and many patients say if they had known the risks, they would have declined the procedure.

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surgical mesh frequently asked questions

What is surgical mesh? toggle accordion
Synthetic polypropylene and biological mesh is most commonly used as part of the surgical process to treat women who suffer from pelvic organ prolapse, following childbirth or a hysterectomy procedure.    Surgical mesh can be made from the following materials: 
  • absorbable or non-absorbable synthetic polymers 
  • biologic acellular collagen 
  • a combination of the above 
It can be used to treat pelvic organ prolapses, vaginal problems, hernias and rectal prolapse. It should be noted that surgical mesh is also used to treat urinary stress incontinence. 

Can surgical mesh get infected? toggle accordion
Yes, unfortunately this can happen. With the right medical care, the chance of infection following a procedure should be low. However, infections can still occur. The main symptom of infection is increased pain and fever, so if you have mesh surgery and experience these, it’s important to seek medical help as soon as possible. 

I’m not sure whether I gave informed consent or not. What should I do? toggle accordion
It’s always best to speak with a legal professional in this instance. If you’re recovering from mesh surgery and you’re facing new health complications as a result, you may be eligible to bring a surgical mesh compensation claim. 
 

How long do I have to make a surgical mesh compensation claim? toggle accordion
You have three years from the date of the negligence to file a mesh implant lawsuit or within three years of the date you had knowledge that the injury/complication you have suffered was as a result of the mesh implant. If you’re unsure about this, we advise you to start your claim as soon as you can. 

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Raising awareness of the risks of surgical mesh

  • We represent many clients who have experienced negligence during treatment with mesh
  • We campaign for a better process when it comes to surgical mesh
  • We’re no stranger to the ongoing issues it causes and can provide the help and support you need

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No win, no fee medical negligence legal advice

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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Our surgical mesh experts are here to guide you

Robert Rose

Head of Medical Negligence

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Nikki Fahey

Partner

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Gail Waller

Partner

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Nick Garrish

Partner

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Melanie Minter

Partner

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Simon Pimlott

Legal Director

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Viral Dagly

Associate

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Helen Rundle

Associate

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Fernanda Simionato-Ayling

Solicitor

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Meera Tailor

Solicitor

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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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