Infected mesh
Infected mesh is a risk following a surgical mesh procedure that should be weighed up against the benefits
About
Surgical mesh is a loosely woven medical sheet that can be used to give you extra support when repairing weakened or damaged tissue. Most surgical mesh devices are made from synthetic materials or living tissue from animals. There is a risk that surgical mesh can become infected post surgery, so the risks need to be weighed against the benefits.
Need to know
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Symptoms of Infected mesh icon plus
Symptoms may include:
- Pain (often during sex)
- Infection
- Bleeding
- Organ perforation
- Urinary problems
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Your consultant will speak to you about your symptoms, take your medical history and may perform a physical examination. -
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Treatment options include:
- Follow-up surgery
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This content is intended for general information only and does not replace the need for personal advice from a qualified health professional.