Covidien is facing thousands of lawsuits concerning its polypropylene and polyester hernia mesh devices and accompanying health issues such as pain, infection, bowel obstruction, fistulae, and other serious complications. If you or a loved one went through hernia repair surgery in which a mesh was used and you later suffered serious post-surgery complications, you may want to consider pursuing a Covidien hernia mesh lawsuit.
Covidien Hernia Mesh Complications
A hernia mesh is a product commonly used in many hernia repair surgeries to provide strength and structure to damaged tissue. They can be used as permanent or temporary structural support and can be made from many different materials, including polypropylene mesh, which is one of the standard materials.
Unfortunately, some patients deal with hernia mesh complications that require revision surgery. Many hernia mesh lawsuits allege inadequate design or testing as the reason behind their severe complications. Some claim the manufacturers of these medical devices, including Covidien/Medtronic, did not properly warn patients of potential risks associated with the use of their hernia mesh products.
Hernia mesh complications include:
- Adhesion of the mesh to other organs or tissue
- Bowel obstructions
- Chronic pain
- Fistulas – Abnormal connection between organs or vessels
- Infections from persisting inflammation caused by the mesh
- Migration of the mesh to a different area in the body
- Organ or tissue perforation caused by mesh migration
- Pinched nerves resulting in a burning sensation
- Recurrence of the hernia, if the mesh fails
- Seromas – Fluid buildup near the surgery site
- Swelling and tenderness
- Additional surgeries to repair hernia mesh
- …and more
If you or a loved one suffered an injury after being treated for a hernia and the use of a Covidien hernia mesh, you may be eligible to file a hernia mesh lawsuit for your pain and suffering. Please contact our offices without delay to discuss your situation.
Work With Phillips Law Group Hernia Mesh Lawyers
Victims of a failed hernia mesh may be able to file lawsuits seeking compensation to cover their medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning ability, pain and suffering, and more.
An experienced lawyer on the team at Phillips Law Group may be able to recommend the best legal options for you and potentially pursue your case. Please don’t hesitate to contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation to start the process.
Your initial evaluation is totally free and confidential, and you owe us nothing unless we pursue your Covidien hernia mesh lawsuit and win. Phillips Law Group is dedicated to seeking justice for those who have been harmed and has years of experience litigating defective and dangerous product cases. We are a trusted voice in the Arizona community and have been for more than 30 years.
Please call us now to discuss your potential hernia mesh lawsuit and legal options.
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