The popular Kugel Mesh Hernia Patch has been linked to severe adverse health effects. Scrutiny over these potentially life-threatening side effects has led to a voluntary recall by the manufacturer in association with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Kugel Mesh Hernia Patch Overview
The Kugel Mesh Hernia Patch is used in the treatment of inguinal, ventral and laparoscopic hernias. However, Davol, the manufacturer of Kugel Mesh Hernia Patches, began receiving negative reports regarding their patches as early as 2001. The hernia patch was actually recalled because of the memory recoil ring that opens the patch is susceptible to breaking under insignificant amounts of stress. The high percentage of breaking in this product has been linked to severe, life-threatening complications.
Side Effects of Kugel Mesh Hernia Patch
The following side effects have been linked to Kugel Mesh Hernia Patch:
- Severe bowel perforation
- Bowel obstruction
- Chronic intestinal fistulae
- Infection
- Death
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