Vaginal Mesh Failure Rate - 10%

The FDA is now reporting that up to 10% of vaginal mesh implants have been eroding and have officially advised against using them. 

Often times, medical devices don't require the same scrutiny and approval process as prescription drugs and can be rushed to market without adequate testing (note: this excludes devices that are considered 'most risky' such as pace-makers and breast implants). 

As unfortunate of a situation as vaginal mesh implants have become, hopefully some good will come out of this.  There needs to be greater oversight and consumer protections in place to protect against future incidents involving medical devices.

Over the last 5 years, there have been over 100 recalls on medical devices that the FDA cleared.  Of those 100 recalled devices, only 21 required patient testing before receiving their approval.

In 2010 alone, there were over 100,000 vaginal mesh implant patients in the United States. 

If you have experienced any pain or discomfort from your vaginal mesh implant, it is important that you visit your physician as soon as possible.  If you're interested in seeking additional recovery from your injuries, it is advisable to speak with a qualified vaginal mesh lawyer, preferably one who offers free consultations and one that doesn't try to make you part of a class action lawsuit.