A hernia mesh attorney explains some important facts about hernia mesh surgery and hernia mesh revision surgery. A surgical mesh revision surgery is a type of surgery utilized to replace, repair, or remove a defective hernia mesh product. In some instances the mesh is replaced when a new hernia mesh is implanted. Some victims have the entire mesh removed, altogether. Sometimes only a portion of the mesh can actually be removed. As in any surgery, there are inherent risks to a revision surgery that must be discussed with your surgeon.Some victims have endured multiple revision surgeries. Severe complications such as migration, chronic pain, adhesion to organs or bowel obstruction may necessitate the  victim to have an additional surgery to fix the defective mesh. Some surgeons refuse another mesh surgery because a revision could not occur because it posed a risk of death or even more severe complications and side effects.

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Is a revision surgery require in order to file a hernia mesh lawsuit?

  • A revision surgery is not legally required to file a hernia mesh lawsuit.
  • Many firms require a revision / repair surgery to file a lawsuit.
  • There are a small group of top law firms who do not require a revision surgery to file a hernia mesh lawsuit.
  • In some cases, damages are very significant and as a result a mesh law firm can overlook the lack of a 2nd surgery and still file the hernia mesh lawsuit especially if a testicle or a portion of an intestine was removed.

Why do most law firms reject surgical mesh victims with no hernia mesh revision surgery?

  • The law firm wants you to believe that a revision surgery is a prerequisite to filing a lawsuit.
  • In actuality, the mesh firm does not want to spend the time, resources and costs to potentially get a small settlement.
  • If there is a global settlement of a consolidated lawsuit, victims who did not have a  revision will get considerably less than those had a revision surgery.
  • A revision surgery is not required to file a hernia mesh lawsuit!

My life would be in danger if I had a mesh removal / revision surgery, can I file a lawsuit?

  • Some law firms will file a hernia mesh lawsuit when a victim could die as a result of a revision surgery or could have worse complications if they had a revision surgery.  Here is the standard used by some lawyers to file a hernia mesh lawsuit without requiring a revision surgery:
  • Physician must be willing to put into writing that the mesh she has implanted (1) failed, (2) needs to be removed because of failure, (3) the failed mesh is causing harm, (4) but that the risk of further damage or injury is greater than the need to remove the mesh.

What are Some Reasons for a Hernia Mesh Revision Surgery?

Unfortunately, not all mesh surgeries go as planned. There have been reported thousands of cases of individuals who have had to get revisions to their surgeries. Infection is one of the biggest issues that come after a surgery. This could be in the area of the hernia, and if an infection does occur, the mesh has to be removed in order for the infection to get cleared up. Another common issues can be an adhesion of the mesh. When this happens, the mesh adheres to the intestines, and this can cause a serious bowl obstruction as well. If there is a bowel obstruction, there is need for further surgery. There have also been cases when the mesh migrates. This is when the mesh separates from the site of the original surgery, and this can cause issues with other internal organs or even perforations. If there is a mesh migration, generally a repair surgery has to occur.

What Is a Hernia Mesh Surgery

According to drugwatch.com*, a hernia metal mesh surgery is a surgery that can reduce the likelihood that a hernia returns. Surgery is the only way that an individual can receive permanent correction from a hernia. There are over 1 million hernia surgeries that are conducted every year in the United States. An individual can choose to get a surgery done with or without a mesh. According to the FDA, mesh surgeries can result in better outcomes for patients. Something important to take into account is the condition of the hernia and the type of mesh that is used for the surgery.

How Does the Mesh Help a Hernia?

A hernia is a condition in which parts of an organ begin to poke out through the wall that contains the organ. A hernia mesh can serve to strengthen the wall from which the organ begins to protrude. This mesh prevents organs from coming out, and it also can prevent the hernia from getting worse. Hernia surgeries generally lasts between one and two hours. During the surgery, the surgeon will put the mesh on top of the hernia. In order to fix the mesh in place, the surgeon may use glue, surgical tape or stitches. As the tissue becomes strengthened, scar tissue develops, and the area of the hernia begins to heal.

Is a Hernia Mesh Surgery for You?

A hernia mesh surgery can be highly beneficial if you are an individual who is suffering from a hernia. This type of surgery can stop the hernia from getting worse, and it also can prevent the hernia from returning. When it comes to a hernia repair, the biggest issue can be a return of the hernia, so a mesh is a way to prevent this from occurring. However, a person must be careful what type of hernia mesh is utilized. there are dozens of defective and unsafe hernia mesh medical devices that are subject to hernia mesh lawsuits across the United States.

What are the Different Types of Hernia Surgeries?

The two general surgeries that are done are laparoscopic or an open repair. A laparoscopic surgery is minimally invasive. In this surgery, a surgeon will make incisions with tools in order to fixate a mesh over the hernia. With a laparoscopic surgery, the recovery time is much quicker, but it is a surgery that is generally more difficult for a surgeon to perform. When it comes to an open repair, this is done under general anesthesia. The surgeon will make an incision where the repair needs to take place; the recovery time for an open surgery can be up to six weeks. There are different surgical techniques when it comes to a mesh repair. The surgery techniques are the following: a Transabdominal Preperitoneal Technique otherwise known as TAPP, a Totally Extraperitoneal Technique known as TEP, or an Intraperitoneal Onlay Mesh Technique otherwise known as IPOM.

If you have good insurance, and the surgery is medically necessary, there is a good chance that your insurance will cover the surgery. As with any surgery, there can be serious issues that can occur after a hernia mesh surgery, so it is good to consult your doctor if you experience any of the following symptoms: pain, bowel perforation, mesh migration or infection around the site, or fever.

Know Your Facts

Before you get a hernia repair, know all the facts about what may or may not happen. Your doctor is the best person to give you advice. He will tell you if the surgery is best for you, and he will let you know about all the risks and benefits of the procedure.

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