“Is abdominal mesh safe?”
I will have surgery for an abdominal hernia. Is abdominal mesh safe?
4 Answers
Surgeonsurgeon
Yes. The meshes used for hernia repairs have been tested and approved by the manufacturer and government regulatory agencies, such as the FDA. They are safe.
Yes, you need a mesh prevent recurrence.
Mesh placement for ventral hernias is very safe, especially when placed within the layers of the abdominal wall. It is routinely used for the benefit of reducing the risk of hernia recurrence.
In most situations, yes. As with any surgery, there are always risks and you should talk about them in detail with your surgeon.
