Question 1

how can you clean an old mesh playpen ?

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Get a steamer: A hand held steamer is an easy way to clean and sanitize irregular shaped objects or those with sensitive fabrics.The jet of steam cools quickly after contact but provides enough water to aid while wiping down the fabric with a clean towel.The models I use shoot out a stream of steam under pressure and make short work of toys and locations.

Question 2

is umbiblical surgery always done with mesh?

Accepted Answer

No: If the umbilical hernia is small enough then it can be repaired without the placement of mesh in the right low risk patient. However, mess is used more often because the hernias are usually larger and in the right cases the use of mesh reduces the risk of recurrence. Best is to discuss your particular case with your general or plastic surgeon.

Question 3

is polypropylene mesh safe. is it the only kind of mesh used?

Accepted Answer

Safety of mesh: For decades, gynecologic surgeons used installation of mesh to elevate bladders and consequently cure or partially cure leakage of urine.  Now, mesh has been found to disintegrate and in some, cause pain.  The answer is unclear, but if you had polypropylene inserted and you are asymptomatic, I would make no change. If possible, ask the doctor who did the surgery what he/she advises.

Question 4

with continuing concerns re: intravaginal mesh, why is it still used frequently for slings.  new slings to soon to determine long term safety?

Accepted Answer

Acceptable Risk: The "failure rate" of the intravaginal mesh is only about 4%.  The commercials on tv advertising class-action lawsuits makes the failure rate seem much higher.  There are risks to every surgery and surgical device use.  It's best to discuss pros and cons with one's physician on an individual basis.

Question 5

what are the chances of my hernia mesh failing.

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Low: Some variables of mesh and suturing.
BUT the failures are commonly around the tissue! mesh attachment.
Be sure to let it heal well before straining it
Follow doctors orders!

Question 6

how safe is hernia mesh?

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Very safe when used: Mesh should be very safe if used properly and in situations that it is called for.  The concern is the immune status and infection conditions of the person in whom the mesh is inserted.

Question 7

can surgical mesh come undone?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Mesh can come undone under stress. If you gain weight or strain significantly, the mesh can come undone.

Question 8

how dangerous really is vaginal mesh?

Accepted Answer

Vaginal mesh: This site will provide you with helpful information about complications from use of vaginal mesh:  http://www.Fda.Gov/medicaldevices/safety/alertsandnotices/ucm262435.Htm.

Question 9

what are complications from uterine mesh?

Accepted Answer

Mesh in Uterus?: It's pretty rare to see mesh in the uterus. Most meshes are used for incontinence of urine, ie. Slings, or in pelvic reconstruction.   Television ads describe problems with meshes as seen from an attorneys perspective.  I would encourage you to look at websites sponsored by the american urogynecologic society......www.augs.org.

Question 10

what are common complications from uterine mesh?

Accepted Answer

Erosion, pain: Infection, excessive scarring, chronic pain, and erosion of the mesh through the skin are the most common complications. These risks are not high but are very dependent on the type of procedure and mesh used.

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