title: Surgical techniques for removing problematic mesh.
abstract: The use of mesh and graft in pelvic reconstructive surgery has increased over the last decade. As the use of these products increased, the frequency and complexity of mesh-related complications has also increased. Management of complications resulting from mesh placement requires a thoughtful, systematic approach. Although many mesh complications can be managed nonsurgically, a significant proportion will require surgical excision of some or all of the mesh. Mesh excision is often successful in treating even serious complications, however a notable portion of patients will require more than 1 operation and complete symptom resolution is not always achieved.
authors.affiliation: Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery, Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women's Health Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA. barberm2@ccf.org
authors.forename: Matthew D
authors.initials: MD
authors.lastname: Barber
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D056887:Pelvic Organ Prolapse / Q000601:surgery*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000601:surgery*; D012007:Rectum / Q000293:injuries / Q000601:surgery; D013526:Surgical Mesh; D016055:Urinary Retention / Q000601:surgery