It was reported by an attorney that the patient underwent hernia repair surgery on (b)(6) 2017 and mesh was implanted.It was reported that the patient underwent removal surgery on (b)(6) 2018 during which the surgeon noted the mesh had folded upon itself and was floating in a pus pocket just above the fascia.He stated the entire mesh was infected so it was removed in its entirety and a wound vac placed due to the severity of the infection.It was reported that the patient experienced severe pain, nausea, diarrhea, chills, inflammation and loss of appetite.No additional information was provided.
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