Hernia mesh implants have been used for decades to help repair hernias, but in recent years, numerous lawsuits have been filed against various manufacturers for producing defective products. Patients have reported severe complications, such as chronic pain, infections, mesh migration, and the need for revision surgeries. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the hernia mesh brands currently facing lawsuits and the health risks associated with their products.

If you or a loved one has suffered complications from a hernia mesh implant, you may be entitled to compensation. Here are the major hernia mesh brands involved in current litigation.

Major Hernia Mesh Brands Facing Lawsuits

1. Ethicon (Johnson & Johnson)

Products Involved: Physiomesh, Proceed
Ethicon, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, has faced numerous lawsuits over its Physiomesh and Proceed mesh products. These products have been associated with serious complications, such as mesh failure, infections, adhesions, and the recurrence of hernias. Many plaintiffs claim that Ethicon failed to warn about the risks of using their products, leading to painful complications and additional surgeries.

2. Atrium Medical Corporation

Products Involved: C-QUR Mesh
Atrium’s C-QUR mesh has been at the center of thousands of lawsuits. The fish oil coating on the mesh, intended to reduce inflammation, has been linked to severe allergic reactions, infections, and other adverse effects. Patients have reported chronic pain, tissue damage, and a high rate of mesh failure, leading to multiple surgeries to remove or repair the defective mesh.

3. Becton Dickinson (BD) / Bard (C.R. Bard, Davol)

Products Involved: PerFix, 3DMax, Ventralex, Kugel, Composix
C.R. Bard and its subsidiary Davol have faced significant litigation over various hernia mesh products, including the PerFix, 3DMax, Ventralex, Kugel, and Composix meshes. Lawsuits claim that these meshes can erode into surrounding tissues, cause infections, and lead to bowel perforation. In many cases, patients have required additional surgeries to remove the mesh and repair internal damage.

4. Covidien (Medtronic)

Products Involved: Parietex Mesh
Covidien, now a part of Medtronic, has been sued over its Parietex hernia mesh, which is alleged to cause complications such as adhesions, mesh erosion, infection, and hernia recurrence. Patients have reported that the mesh material deteriorates over time, leading to painful health issues that often require removal of the mesh.

5. Genzyme Corporation

Products Involved: Sepramesh
Sepramesh, manufactured by Genzyme, is also facing lawsuits from patients who experienced severe complications. Similar to other hernia mesh products, Sepramesh has been linked to mesh rejection, infections, and long-term health complications, which often require additional surgeries for correction.

6. Linx (Torax Medical)

Products Involved: Linx Reflux Management System
Although not a traditional hernia mesh, the Linx Reflux Management System has been used to treat hiatal hernias. Patients have filed lawsuits after suffering from complications such as difficulty swallowing, mesh migration, and damage to surrounding organs. Many of these patients have required surgery to remove the device.

Common Complications Associated with Defective Hernia Mesh

The lawsuits against these hernia mesh manufacturers are based on various complications experienced by patients. Some of the most common complications include:

  • Chronic pain: Persistent pain at the hernia site is one of the most reported symptoms after hernia mesh implantation.
  • Infection: Many patients develop infections due to the body’s reaction to the mesh material.
  • Mesh migration: Defective mesh products can move from their original position, causing damage to internal organs or tissues.
  • Bowel obstruction: Hernia mesh can cause blockages in the intestines, leading to severe abdominal pain and digestive issues.
  • Hernia recurrence: One of the main reasons for using mesh is to prevent hernias from recurring. However, defective mesh can fail, leading to the recurrence of the hernia.

How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help

If you’ve experienced complications from a hernia mesh implant, it’s important to seek legal assistance from an experienced personal injury lawyer. They can help you determine if you have a valid claim and assist you in pursuing compensation for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. Mass tort cases like hernia mesh litigation require a deep understanding of product liability law and medical expertise, which a skilled lawyer can provide.

 

Know Your Rights

Hernia mesh implants were designed to improve patients’ lives, but for many, they’ve caused more harm than good. If you or someone you love has suffered complications due to a defective hernia mesh product, you may be entitled to compensation. Don’t wait—contact a personal injury lawyer today to discuss your case and explore your legal options.

 

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