Transvaginal Mesh Lawsuit Update
- Thousands of lawsuits have been filed against manufacturers of transvaginal mesh (TVM) implants, alleging that these devices caused serious complications in women.
- Several large settlements have been reached in recent years, with some manufacturers agreeing to pay billions of dollars to women who were injured by their TVM devices.
- Litigation is still ongoing in many cases, and it is likely that additional lawsuits will be filed in the future.
Here are some of the latest developments in TVM litigation:
- In October 2023, a federal judge ruled that a lawsuit against Ethicon, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, could proceed to trial. The lawsuit alleges that Ethicon’s TVM devices caused serious injuries in women, including organ perforation, pain, and sexual dysfunction.
- In November 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a new safety communication about TVM implants, warning that these devices can cause serious complications. The FDA also announced that it is requiring manufacturers to conduct additional studies on the safety of TVM implants.
If you have been injured by a TVM implant, you may be entitled to compensation. You should contact a lawyer who specializes in TVM litigation to discuss your legal options.
Here are some resources that you may find helpful:
- The American Association for Justice has a website with information about TVM litigation, including a list of lawyers who specialize in this type of case.
- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has a website with information about the safety of TVM implants.
- The National Center for Biotechnology Information has a website with articles about the risks and complications associated with TVM implants.
Remember that you are not alone. There are many other women who have been injured by TVM implants, and there are resources available to help you seek justice.
