Many people across the United States have become aware of transvaginal mesh and how there are hundreds of thousands of claims pending against various pharmaceutical manufacturers. The transvaginal mesh litigation is considered to be one of the largest “mass torts” in history, demonstrating that women truly have been harmed by transvaginal mesh products used to … Read More »
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Pennsylvania Transvaginal Mesh Attorney Explains the Difference: Synthetic v. Biologic Mesh
There are different types of mesh implanted transvaginally to treat pelvic organ prolapse (POP) as well as stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Oftentimes, women implanted with transvaginal mesh products may not be aware of what material the implants are made of. Some products are made out of synthetic material, such as polypropylene (plastic), while others are … Read More »
Pennsylvania Transvaginal Mesh Attorney Discusses the Meaning of FDA “Clearance”
The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) plays a significant role in monitoring the food we eat, the drugs we take, and the products we may use or have implanted into us. More often than not, we hear about the FDA in terms of pharmaceutical drugs and medical devices. The FDA is a government agency that … Read More »
FDA Public Health Notifications About Transvaginal Mesh – What You Should Know
The United States Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) often issues public health notifications (“PHNs”) and safety alerts when it finds that certain pharmaceutical drugs or medical devices may pose a risk to patients and consumers. Over the past eight years, there have been numerous PHNs regarding surgical mesh implanted transvaginally for the treatment of pelvic … Read More »
