This event is deemed reportable based on the allegations in a lawsuit which, while unsubstantiated, suggest that a reportable event may have occurred during use of atrium medical¿s mesh product.Plaintiff allegedly experienced removal of infected mesh, removal of adhesions, bowel obstruction, abdominal pain, wound infection, improper healing inadequate or failure of incorporation/ingrowth, chronic pain, recurrence of hernia, foreign body response, rejection, mesh migration, excessive and chronic inflammation, scarification, granulomatous response, allergic reaction, adhesions to internal organs, erosion, abscess, fistula formation, seroma formation, nerve damage, tissue damage and emotional distress.Since this is a legal matter, the case has been turned over to legal counsel and further information obtained through investigation or discovery may fall under the attorney/client and/or work product privilege.However, atrium will supplement this report as appropriate if additional information comes to its attention.
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