better. I have heard of situations where counsel has discouraged
patients from having curative treatment, believing it may weaken their
legal case. They are the worst. Also, in most of those situations, there
was no malpractice.
4. The mesh inside me is a recall!
I assure my patients that there is no mesh recall that demands that the
mesh be removed. Recalls are not made because mesh is expected to
cause an injury. The recalls to date have been based on packaging
issues, manufacturing issues, risks of breakage, risks of tears and her-
nia recurrence. Some patients also worry that I'll implant a recalled
mesh in them. That should not be a worry. Authorities pull recalled
products off the market and alert surgeons to discontinue their use.
5. Do you think
my doctor used
the best tech-
nique to repair
my hernia?
I'm a tie-breaker for
some patients. They'll
seek consultation
from more than one
surgeon and most will
offer them differing
options. When they
come to me, I help
them analyze the risks
and benefits of each of
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