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Scottish Women Returning Home Needing Further Surgery After Mesh Removal in US

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A Scottish woman who underwent mesh removal surgery in the US under a government scheme has revealed that many women are returning home needing additional surgeries due to the contract's limitations on post-op repairs. Janet Weatheritt, one of the many Scottish women suffering from complications caused by mesh, had to undergo further surgery upon returning home as the contract did not cover repairs for her prolapsed bowel and bladder. She has also been informed that many Scottish specialists lack the necessary skills to address her issue.

A mum who went to the US to have mesh removed under a government scheme has said women are returning home needing further surgery as the contract doesn’t allow post-op repairs to be carried out.

Janet, from Morningside in Lanarkshire, said: “I had mesh to repair a bowel prolapse and again with a bladder issue. The mesh worked as scaffolding and since it’s been removed I have had ongoing issues with my bladder and bowels again. As of March, there have been 58 approved referrals, with 18 in Bristol, 38 in the USA, and two in UK Mesh Centres for second opinions only. Of these, 40 surgeries have been completed thus far.

“When I came home I saw my doctor who said he didn’t have the skill to repair it. I’ve lived through the nightmare of mesh and came home with nowhere to go.” We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don’t like our community, you can check out any time you like.If you’re curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.

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