Breast Mesh Lawsuit

An ongoing investigation into mesh implants associated with breast procedures (such as breast reconstruction, breast augmentation, breast implants, mastopexy and breast lifts among others) reflects growing concerns over potential health and safety risks to consumers. The lawyers at Johnson//Becker, PLLC, are currently accepting new cases for individuals who have suffered due to mesh implants. Learn more below.

Mesh lawsuits associated with breast procedures are currently being accepted by the lawyers at Johnson//Becker.
Mesh lawsuits associated with breast procedures are currently being accepted by the lawyers at Johnson//Becker.

Johnson//Becker is investigating claims for individuals who have experienced pain, erosion, seromas, infections and other complications requiring revision or removal of the mesh following the use of mesh during surgery.

Learn More: Do I Qualify to Participate in a Breast Mesh Lawsuit?

Understanding Mesh Complications

Here is our current understanding of a few of the risks associated with mesh when used in a breast procedure.

  • The use of mesh is not without risk. As reported in an article published to the National Library of Medicine in 2016, “Mesh use in BR is associated with many complications. Of these, infection, seroma, haematoma, capsular contracture, skin flap necrosis, and explantation or implant loss were the most commonly reported.”
  • The same article later states “Infection is one of the most common complications seen in both biological and synthetic mesh use, which often leads to tissue necrosis, and may result in explantation, revision, or even complete loss of implant.”
  • According to a 2024 reviewed study shared to the Aesthetic Surgery Journal, when mesh was used in breast surgeries, re-operation rates reached nearly 10%.

Why is the Breast Mesh Product Causing Problems?

Synthetic and biological mesh is a material often used during breast surgeries such as breast lifts, reconstruction, augmentation, or reduction. The substance is used to “bridge the gap” that often appears when an implant is inserted, internal tissues are adjusted, a portion of muscle is removed, or a small pocket of space is created between muscles and tissue during various breast surgeries. The idea behind using the mesh is that it was made to reinforce the area in which it was placed.

Some of the breast mesh brands included in this investigation are listed as follows:

  • GalaFLEX
  • FlexHD
  • AlloMax
  • Phasix
  • DuraSorb
  • SurgiMend
  • AlloDerm
  • Strattice

FDA Concerns Over Breast Surgical Mesh

“The safety communication summarizes an analysis of data from a study evaluating outcomes in patients undergoing implant-based breast reconstruction after mastectomy. The analysis showed significantly higher complication rates of explantation (implant removal), reoperation and infection in patients with FlexHD and AlloMax brands of ADM two years following surgery, when compared with patients who received SurgiMend or AlloDerm brands, or no ADM.”

“The FDA is aware of increased use of surgical mesh products in breast surgery. However, the safety and effectiveness of surgical mesh in breast surgery, including in augmentation or reconstruction, has not been determined by the FDA.”

“BD has updated their labeling for these products, including updated warnings and precautions. The FDA is issuing this letter to ensure that health care providers are aware of these labeling updates, and are aware that surgical mesh products, including BD’s mesh products, have not been determined by the FDA to be safe and effective for use in breast surgery.”

Potential Breast Mesh Side Effects & Complications

The following lists a few of the complications the lawyers at Johnson//Becker are investigating:

  • Nerve Damage
  • Infection or Abscess
  • Seroma
  • Migration or Displacement
  • Explant
  • Reconstructive Failure
  • Implant Rupture

If you or a loved one were implanted with mesh during a breast procedure and believe you have experienced or may be currently experiencing one of the above listed complications, you should talk with your doctor or a healthcare professional immediately.

Do I Qualify to Participate in a Breast Mesh Lawsuit?

You may be qualified to participate in this lawsuit if you:

  • Have had breast mesh used during reconstruction, augmentation, lifting, or reduction during or after 2015.
  • If you are unsure if breast mesh was used, but you have had revision surgery, have revision surgery scheduled, or have been discussing revision surgery with a doctor.

Why Choose Johnson//Becker for Your Breast Mesh Lawsuit?

Johnson//Becker is dedicated to serving you or your family with care, compassion, and commitment. Our lawyers have significant legal qualifications and over two decades of experience to best represent your interests in matters of injury due to medical products.

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Questions About a Breast Mesh Lawsuit? Contact a Johnson//Becker Lawyer for a Free Case Review.

If you or a loved one were injured or adversely affected by breast mesh, you may want to speak with the lawyers at Johnson//Becker. We are currently accepting breast mesh lawsuits nationwide, and you may be entitled to financial compensation.

We offer a Free Case Evaluation. Please contact us using the form below or by calling us at (800) 279-6386.

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