The controversy of polypropylene mesh

Synthetic mid-urethral tapes have become the commonest operation for stress urinary incontinence (SUI) since introduction to the UK in 1998. Transvaginal mesh for vaginal prolapse repair became available in 2002. Tapes were implanted in over 90% of SUI procedures in UK at their peak of adoption, compared to less than 10% mesh utilisation in prolapse operations. However, increasing concern about adverse events associated with prolapse devices has led to worldwide scrutiny of all mesh devices, and some manufacturers have withdrawn from the market.
Source: Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Reproductive Medicine - Category: OBGYN Authors: Tags: Ethics/education Source Type: research