What Happens in a Mesh Implant Erosion? WHAT IS A MESH IMPLANT? It is basically a net-like implant that is placed inside a woman’s pelvis. This is done as a surgical treatment for Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP). This is ideally done through a sterile technique by trained surgeons. In some cases, the rule of sterility is breached and the … [Read more...]
Mesh Implant Timeline
November 1996: The FDA allows clearance for Boston Scientifics’ new product called ProteGen. This is a process that will allow devices to go onto the market without a clinical testing, as long as the manufacturer can prove that it is similar to a previous device. ProteGen was the first transvaginal mash device used to treat incontinence. June … [Read more...]