Systemic failures in respect of pelvic mesh problems

Systemic failures in respect of pelvic mesh problems, and the patients suffering over many years across the world, have been repeatedly scrutinised.

It is clear that a lot more could – and we think should – have been done at a much earlier stage to have prevented people from suffering the serious and often permanent consequences of vaginal mesh gone wrong. Unfortunately, we cannot undo what has been done, but our work is important to make sure that anybody affected by pelvic mesh issues can pursue compensation to achieve some form of justice for what they have had to go through.

We offer confidential advice on a no-obligation basis with our team – you can speak to us here now.

Many systemic failures in dealing with vaginal mesh

Victims and professionals alike have commented on systemic failings in respect of dealing with vaginal mesh, both here in the UK and, indeed, across the world. In some scenarios, there has almost been a refusal or ignorance to accept the gravity of how bad pelvic mesh problems can be for patients. We know of stories where people have presented problems having had the surgery, and they have been dismissed as opposed to being thoroughly investigated. We know that many people who went ahead with the surgery were not clearly informed about the kinds of risks that they could face if something went wrong.

There has also been lots of commentary and changes in the UK in respect of guidelines and regulations over being careful about which surgeons should be able to perform this incredibly invasive and risky procedure. Prior to that, there was little in the way of clearer guidance, and there has been plenty of commentary on the perceived lack of testing and research before vaginal mesh became such a widely used treatment.

These kinds of issues are reflective of systemic failures in how pelvic mesh came to the market and was used, seemingly with little in the way of ensuring patients could be protected. Such systemic failures in recognising risks and dealing with problems when they arise has resulted in thousands of women worldwide suffering serious problems and complications.

It is true that we are in a much better position now than we were a few years ago, given changes to the regulations and inquiries that have been conducted. But, for the people who have already suffered the consequences and have been left with permanent injuries, this is too little, too late.

One thing for sure is that there needs to be a lot of work done to prevent a repeat of this kind of scandal from happening ever again.

What people can do about their problems

Whilst we cannot turn back the clock, anybody who has suffered problems and complications arising from pelvic mesh surgery could be entitled to claim personal injury compensation. We can risk assess cases and confirm if we believe that you may have a claim to pursue and, if we feel we can help you, we may be able to represent you for a case on a No Win, No Fee basis.

A claim for compensation is an avenue to receive some form of justice for what you had to go through, and what you may go through in the future. We are always honest with our clients, so we will tell you that it can be very difficult to succeed with a claim of this nature. But, rest assured, we have the expertise and the legal knowledge to fight hard to, hopefully, bring your claim to a successful conclusion.

We are here for you now

Our expert team is here for you should you need to discuss pursuing a claim for personal injury compensation arising from vaginal mesh problems.

Please do not hesitate to talk to us now for a free, confidential claims assessment on a completely no-obligation basis.