Many drugs and medical devices are currently taking heat for unexpected side effects and complications, but one manufacturer is at the forefront of the conversation: Johnson & Johnson.
Another TVM Suit Won Against Ethicon Mesh Products
The Ethicon Inc. division of Johnson & Johnson was ordered to pay $5.7 million over transvaginal mesh injuries caused by one of their devices just this month.
TVM Claim Settlements Reach $1.6 Billion for Endo International
Many manufacturers of devices used to treat stress urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse are facing transvaginal mesh lawsuits from women who were seriously injured after being treated with these products.
TVM Manufacturer American Medical Systems Warned by FDA
American Medical Systems, which manufactures transvaginal mesh devices, received a warning letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding issues the organization found at a facility run by the company. These included risk analysis and process validation procedures.
FDA Moves to Reclassify Transvaginal Mesh as “High Risk” Device
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration released a statement announcing two proposals addressing the serious health risks linked to surgical mesh used for transvaginal repair following a pelvic organ prolapse (POP).
Transvaginal Mesh Manufacturer Receives Warning from FDA
Endo International PLC., the parent company of American Medical Systems (AMS), was issued a letter of warning from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) following an inspection of the facility where it found three federal regulation violations against how some urological devices and transvaginal mesh are manufactured.
J&J Ordered to Pay Woman $1.2 Million for Defective Transvaginal Mesh
Johnson & Johnson was recently ordered to pay a woman for pain caused by its transvaginal mesh device.
UK Teens Told to Use IUDs Despite Intrauterine Device Complications
Girls in the U.K. may soon have increased access to IUDs.
Many Women Face Fertility Problems After Using Mirena IUD
It’s important that women realize that if they do experience infertility or any other complications due to Mirena, they can seek compensation with the help of an experienced attorney.
Two Transvaginal Mesh Alternatives Safer Than TVM for Treating POP
Two types of POP treatment carry less risk of complications than transvaginal mesh.