FDA Issues a Warning Concerning the Avaulta Transvaginal Mesh
In October of 2008, the FDA released a warning discussing the potential complications that can arise from the use of Avaulta vaginal mesh repair products.  More recently, in July of 2011, the FDA updated its warning to inform doctors and patients that the use of mesh repair systems can put patients at a greater risk of mesh complications than patients who select other surgical options.

Women who are suffering from pelvic organ prolapse, a condition in which the bladder, uterus, rectum or vagina slip out of place, may have a vaginal mesh sling implanted in the anterior or posterior vaginal compartment.  C.R. Bard, Inc. manufactures three versions of the vaginal sling:  the Avaulta Solo Support System, the Avaulta Plus Support System and the Avaulta Plus Biosynthetic Support System.  The Avaulta Solo system is made of a nonabsorbable monofilament, polypropylene mesh that is intended to provide long-term reinforcement for pelvic support systems.  The Avaulta Plus system is comprised of a porous, acellular, ultra-thin sheet of crosslinked collagen that is attached to polypropylene mesh.  The Avaulta Plus Biosynthetic system combines the features of the Avaulta Solo system and the Avaulta Plus system.

Avaulta Linked to Serious Side-Effects
Although the Avaulta mesh repair systems may successfully treat women suffering from pelvic organ prolapse, the mesh repair systems may also cause a number of serious side effects, such as:

• vaginal mesh erosion
• permanent nerve damage
• scarring of vaginal tissue
• pelvic pain
• urinary problems
• mesh infection
• inflammation
• pain during sex 
• recurrence of the prolapse. 

Women who are affected by these side effects may need additional surgery to remove the mesh repair system.

Lawsuits Filed – Contact Our Law Firm for A Fee Review of Your Potential Legal Claim
Avaulta’s side effects can seriously decrease the quality of life.  As a result, a number of lawsuits have been filed against C.R. Bard on behalf of women who are suffering from Avaulta side effects, as it is possible that C.R. Bard designed a defective surgical mesh system and failed to warn doctors and patients of the potential side effects.  If you have been affected by Avaulta mesh side effects, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical bills and pain and suffering.  Do not hesitate to contact our experienced attorneys for a free consultation to determine whether you are eligible to participate in a lawsuit against C.R. Bard.