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Vaginal mesh material degrades within 60 days of implantation in pelvis – study

The material commonly used in vaginal mesh implants starts to degrade within 60 days of being implanted in the pelvis, according to a new study. Researchers also found particles of polypropylene, a type of thermoplastic, in the tissue surrounding ...

21 Oct 2024 at 00:01

Safety Commissioner highlights ‘injustice’ over lack of redress for mesh scandal

Ministers have been urged to give financial compensation to women affected by the mesh scandal as the Patient Safety Commissioner expressing her disappointment over a lack of action to date. Last year, Dr Henrietta Hughes highlighted that ...

07 Feb 2025 at 11:55

Vaginal mesh particles ‘could trigger autoimmune response even after removal’

Microscopic particles left behind by vaginal mesh could continue to trigger the immune system to attack healthy tissue even after the material has been removed, according to researchers. Experts suggest allergy testing patients before ...

06 Jun 2025 at 00:01

Mesh victims ‘still fighting for justice’ five years on from review

Women harmed by vaginal mesh are “still fighting for justice”, campaigners have said on the fifth anniversary of a review into the scandal. Sling the Mesh, a campaign group representing women harmed by mesh, accused governments of ...

08 Jul 2025 at 00:01

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