The introduction of the transvaginal mesh for the repair of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI) was supposed to be one of the greatest innovations in the medical device industry. While it may have gained wide acceptance initially, reports of severe complications associated with these mesh implants started to mount after only a few years.
At the center of this controversy may be the materials used for these devices which are the synthetic and non-absorbable type. Medical experts have attributed the use of polypropylene as responsible for the adverse effects that have resulted to serious injuries to thousands of women.
While the use of synthetic materials has still to be developed further, doctors have explored other options. They are considering the use of biologic mesh as a temporary alternative to the treatment of symptoms associated with POP and SUI.
Unlike synthetic mesh which is permanent, biologic mesh, which comes from animal and human tissues, may break down and will not remain in the body for more than six months. According to one medical expert, biologic mesh may be advantageous since it does not erode and there have been no reports of pain, inflammation, and postoperative infection.
Read More: Biologic Mesh a Possible Alternative to Vaginal Mesh for POP and SUI
At the center of this controversy may be the materials used for these devices which are the synthetic and non-absorbable type. Medical experts have attributed the use of polypropylene as responsible for the adverse effects that have resulted to serious injuries to thousands of women.
While the use of synthetic materials has still to be developed further, doctors have explored other options. They are considering the use of biologic mesh as a temporary alternative to the treatment of symptoms associated with POP and SUI.
Unlike synthetic mesh which is permanent, biologic mesh, which comes from animal and human tissues, may break down and will not remain in the body for more than six months. According to one medical expert, biologic mesh may be advantageous since it does not erode and there have been no reports of pain, inflammation, and postoperative infection.
Read More: Biologic Mesh a Possible Alternative to Vaginal Mesh for POP and SUI
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