Advice for hernia mesh surgery problems

If you’re suffering with hernia mesh surgery problems, we may be able to help you. We’re representing a number of people who are claiming personal injury compensation on a No Win, No Fee basis.

We’ve taken claims forward for patients whose hernia mesh surgery has gone wrong. With some studies showing that complications can arise in 30% of cases, there are worries over the continued use of the procedure. Just this month there were calls for greater regulations because of growing concerns over the procedure, and from the reports of our clients and how they have suffered, we’re not surprised.

The nature and the severity of the complications that people can suffer from can be horrendous. Claiming compensation may be the only form of access to justice some patients will ever have.

Hernia mesh surgery problems

Hernia mesh surgery problems that patients can suffer with can be catastrophic. We have seen some truly awful complications, which can include:

• Severe pain and bleeding;
• Mobility problems;
• Nerve damage;
• Bowel obstructions;
• Recurring hernias;
• Wounds reopening and weeping;
• Organ perforation;
• Infections.

Some people can be left unable to walk or work, which can leave a victim with serious financial problems. That’s why making a claim for hernia mesh compensation can be important. You can be entitled to claim damages for the injuries and suffering, and for any financial expenses and losses incurred.

Can you claim compensation for hernia mesh surgery problems?

You may be eligible to make a claim for compensation if you are suffering, or have suffered, with hernia mesh surgery problems.

We must assess each potential claim on a case-by-case basis, but circumstances where you may be able to make a claim include:

• Alternatives not being offered and / or explored;
• Information about risks not being clearly explained to you;
• A lack of adequate follow-up care and treatment;
• Defective mesh devices;
• Negligent surgery.

You can read more about our hernia mesh compensation claims action on our advice page here.

All of our initial advice is available to you on a free, no-obligation basis. If you had your hernia mesh surgery in England or Wales, we should be able to assist you.