The complication rate for vaginal mesh implants, used to treat urinary incontinence in women, is almost 10% – much higher than the officially reported rate of 1-3% – according to figures obtained by Sky News.
MPs will debate the risks associated with mesh implants after thousands of women say the device has perforated organs, caused chronic pain and left them unable to work or have sex.
Sky’s Charlotte Lomas has this special report.
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