What is a hernia? A hernia occurs when a part of an internal organ commonly the intestine or colon protrudes through a weak muscle or membrane that holds the abdominal organ in place. There are several kinds of hernia namely inguinal, incisional, umbilical, and femoral hernia. Before the patch recall was announced, thousands of kugel hernia mesh patches were implanted in patients throughout the United States.



What were the mechanisms of these patches? How did this help during hernia surgery? The Kugel patch which was manufactured by a doctor of the same name. This was intentionally made to reduce recovery time of hernia repair surgery and decrease the reoccurrence of hernia. Sadly its purpose did not do well for many patients to the extent that complications aroused. Hernia is a painful mishap. Surgery and installation of this patch was supposed to help but it resulted to a rebound effect. Because of this, a patch recall by the manufacturer was announced.

The Kugel mesh patch was supposed to help patients with hernia. This medical innovation was hailed by doctors everywhere. But it was not until problems regarding the product started to arise. Many people were involved including the companies which produces it. The effects the products have caused to many individuals were staggering. The mesh hernia patch was found to be a harmful medical product and this called for major actions from the involved parties. Lawsuits have been filed by patients who have suffered complications following surgery.

What were the major reasons behind this controversial Kugel mesh patch recall? Firstly the patch itself did not go with the ?satisfaction guaranteed? slogan of every product in the business world. Secondly, the fact that its mechanism for curing hernias is acceptable but the reality that the parts which support the healing process is defective is very intolerable. Lastly, the after effects of every operation done with the use of the Kugel mesh hernia patch were very unremarkable. These reasons provide a basket full of risks for the patients and families involved.

Hernia patients coming forward with obvious side effects made the patch recall successful. The risks involved before the said recall were notable. Death is the most distinguished danger the patch has brought to hernia patients. Possible complications like bowel perforation, bowel obstruction, and intestinal fistula could add up to the list. Those who have received this patch may have experienced unexplained, persistent abdominal pain, fever, tenderness to the implant site, nausea, and vomiting.

Because of this serious medical issue many government organizations have been alerted. The FDA or the Food and Drug Administration had spearheaded the spread of information regarding the Kugel mesh hernia patch. Patch recall has been done before more patients became at risk for the bad effects of the hernia patch. The FDA urged many patients who receive the Kugel patch to seek immediate medical attention because of the products indicated malfunctions. Patients were advised to see a doctor whether the patch should replaced or removed. This recall issued by the FDA was classified as class 1 recall making it as one of the most serious recalls.