Has your hernia recurred after undergoing surgery to repair it? Hernia recurrence is just one of the signs that your hernia could have been repaired with defective mesh. Recently, several defective hernia meshes have been taken off the market.
The FDA recently warned Americans of the many adverse events reported with defective hernia mesh. The adverse events associated with the mest include reactions to the materials, injuries to nearby organs and adhesion of the mesh to the intestines.
Signs to Watch For After Hernia Surgery
If you’ve had surgery for a hernia, you should watch for the following symptoms that could indicate that the mesh used to repair your hernia was defective:
- Pain
- Recurrence of the hernia
- Adhesion
- Infection
- Bowel obstruction
If you or a loved one believe you may have had a hernia repaired with a defective hernia mesh, you should contact your doctor today. Then, it’s time to seek legal help from a product liability lawyer.