“One of the biggest manufacturers of vaginal mesh implants, C.R. Bard, is ending all production and marketing of the controversial products after years of campaigning by women around the world.” (https://www.icij.org/investigations/implant-files/leading-manufacturer-exits-vaginal-mesh-market/).
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Some Quick Points about Transvaginal Mesh
"Unfortunately, an increasing number of women report serious complications from transvaginal mesh used for prolapse that severely impact their quality of life." (https://obgyn.ucla.edu/mesh-related-complications). "Research has shown that surgical mesh for transvaginal repair of POP can cause complications such as mesh erosion, pain, infection, bleeding, pain during sex, organ perforation and urinary problems. Many of these complications require additional treatment, including surgery." (https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/pelvic-organ-prolapse/in-depth/transvaginal-mesh-complications/art-20110300). "Report: FDA panel wants more extensive data, quality of life outcomes for vaginal mesh products." (https://www.massdevice.com/report-fda-panel-wants-more-extensive-data-quality-of-life-outcomes-for-vaginal-mesh-products/). "Australia and Britain have stopped vaginal mesh implants — California should, too." (https://www.sfchronicle.com/opinion/openforum/article/Australia-and-Britain-have-stopped-vaginal-mesh-13315968.php).