Vaginal Mesh Claims Solicitors

Are you living with complications resulting from a vaginal mesh implant? Don’t suffer in silence — claim vaginal mesh compensation with the help of our experienced solicitors.

Vaginal Mesh Implants in Northern Ireland

Vaginal mesh implants — also known as TVT or transvaginal mesh implants — are medical devices used to support the vagina and nearby organs to treat incontinence and prolapse. There was widespread use of vaginal mesh in Northern Ireland, with around 11,000 vaginal mesh implants carried out in Northern Ireland between 1998 and 2018.

Polypropylene mesh surgery — the most common type of vaginal mesh implant in Northern Ireland — is no longer used here. The polypropylene plastic has been found to deteriorate and fragment, causing a wide range of internal injuries and excruciating pain.

Health Complications of Vaginal Mesh Implants

Injuries and health complications caused by vaginal mesh implants vary from minor discomfort to serious medical conditions. The polypropylene mesh erodes and starts to cut through the surrounding tissue. This can result in complications including:

• Pain in the pelvis, back or legs
• Heavy bleeding
• Bladder infections
• Fistula formation
• Painful sex
• Bladder perforation
• Vaginal scarring
• Vaginal infections
• Bowel trauma
• Nerve damage
• Allergic reactions

All of these complications can have a serious impact on quality of life. If your life has been affected by health problems caused by a vaginal mesh implant, you could be entitled to claim compensation.

Who Can Make a Vaginal Mesh Claim in Northern Ireland?

To make a vaginal mesh claim in Northern Ireland, you must be able to show that the complications you’re suffering are because of medical negligence related to your mesh implant. You must also make your claim within three years of becoming aware of that negligence.

Some examples of medical negligence in vaginal mesh claims include:

• Using vaginal mesh when it was unnecessary to do so
• Inadequate warning of the potential risks
• Failure to provide guidance on alternative treatment options
• Surgical negligence when the mesh was implanted
• Missed diagnosis or failure to treat vaginal mesh complications
• Incorrect treatment of vaginal mesh complications

If any of those apply to you, you can make a claim. If you’re not sure whether you’re eligible or you have questions about making a vaginal mesh claim in Northern Ireland, get in touch for free, no-obligation advice.

Claiming Vaginal Mesh Compensation in Northern Ireland

Vaginal mesh compensation settlements are calculated based on the seriousness of the complications you’re suffering and the impact on your life.

You will be entitled to general damages based on your pain, suffering and reduced quality of life. You will also be able to claim special damages for the financial impact of vaginal mesh complications, such as loss of earnings and treatment costs.

There are currently no set guidelines for vaginal mesh compensation in Northern Ireland, but these typical payouts for similar conditions are useful benchmarks:

Loss of Bowel Function:

• Penetrating bowel injury: £25,000 – £60,000
• Impaired bowel function: £75,000 – £150,000
• Total loss of bowel function: £150,000 – £275,000

Bladder Injuries:

• Bladder injury: £30,000 – £60,000
• Impaired bladder function: £65,000 – £125,000
• Complete loss of bladder function: £150,000 – £225,000

Hip and Pelvis Injuries:

• Minor hip or pelvic injury: Up to £30,000
• Other hip and pelvic injuries: £37,500 – £230,000

Chronic Pain:

• Minor back injuries with a recovery period of less than five years: £15,000 – £37,000
• Moderate back injuries causing chronic disability: £20,000 – £60,000
• Prolonged groin pain: Up to £60,000

These figures are only guidelines for general damages. For a more accurate compensation estimate including special damages, please contact our experienced solicitors.

How Our Solicitors Help You Make a Vaginal Mesh Claim

Our team of experienced solicitors have been helping people in Northern Ireland to claim the compensation they deserve since 1989. We’re also very well aware of the specific challenges women in Northern Ireland face in securing prompt mesh removal at a specialist mesh centre.

We also offer an efficient and hassle-free process to support you at every stage of making a vaginal mesh claim in Northern Ireland:

1. Contact us for free initial legal advice on your vaginal mesh claim.
2. We’ll help you to gather evidence to prove you’re eligible for compensation, including medical reports, expert witness statements and other supporting information.
3. Our experienced personal injury solicitors will assess how much compensation you’re entitled to based on the complications you’re suffering.
4. We will negotiate with your healthcare provider to secure the maximum compensation payout you deserve.
5. We will continue to offer our support and ensure your compensation reaches you promptly.

Garret McCann – Specialist Mesh Claims Solicitor

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Contact Our Vaginal Mesh Claims Solicitors Today

If you’re suffering following surgery involving a vaginal mesh implant, contact our solicitors for a free consultation to start your claim.

We look forward to hearing from you.