What Patients Need to Know about Breast Surgery Complications
Breast surgery infection can be one of the most serious and frightening complications women face after breast augmentation, breast reconstruction, or internal bra surgery procedures. While all surgeries carry some degree of infection risk, women implanted with surgical mesh products such as GalaFLEX and Phasix may face additional complications that can lead to chronic pain, implant removal, and revision surgery. The FDA has issued statements about GalaFLEX and Phasix mesh labeling and complications that illustrate the issues many women are facing.
The Law Offices of Steven Gacovino P.C. and our national partners are currently actively investigating claims involving breast surgery infection and other complications associated with GalaFLEX and Phasix mesh nationwide.
Women who suffered severe complications after breast mesh implantation may be entitled to financial compensation.
Why Breast Mesh May Increase Infection Risk
Surgical mesh products are designed to reinforce tissue and support breast implants or reconstructed tissue. However, mesh materials may also create an environment where bacteria can attach, spread, and become difficult to eliminate.
Women filing breast mesh lawsuits allege they were not adequately warned about:
- Long-term infection risks
- Delayed complications after surgery
- The possibility of additional surgeries
Unlike normal tissue, mesh surfaces may allow bacteria to form protective biofilms that are resistant to antibiotics. This may contribute to chronic infection and ongoing inflammation.
Common Symptoms of Breast Surgery Infection
Women experiencing breast surgery infection after GalaFLEX or Phasix implantation may develop symptoms including pain, redness, swelling, and drainage.
Common Breast Mesh Infection Symptoms
Symptom | Possible Meaning | Potential Consequence |
Redness and Swelling | Inflammatory response | Infection progression |
Fever or Warmth | Active infection | Hospitalization |
Drainage | Possible abscess | Implant removal |
Severe Pain | Tissue irritation | Revision surgery |
Delayed Infection After Breast Reconstruction
One especially concerning issue associated with breast mesh complications is delayed infection. Some women report infection symptoms developing months or even years after surgery.
Delayed infections may occur because bacteria become trapped within mesh structures where antibiotics cannot easily penetrate.
Women who underwent breast reconstruction after mastectomy may face increased risks because tissue may already be weakened due to:
- Radiation therapy
- Prior surgeries
- Cancer treatment complications
The Law Offices of Steven Gacovino P.C. is reviewing claims involving delayed infection after breast reconstruction procedures using GalaFLEX and Phasix mesh.
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Seroma After Breast Surgery
Seroma after breast surgery refers to fluid accumulation within the breast following surgery. Persistent seromas may increase the likelihood of infection and additional complications.
Women experiencing seroma complications may require:
- Needle drainage procedures
- Antibiotic treatment
- Additional surgery
Some women report recurring fluid buildup that contributes to chronic discomfort and implant complications.
Explant Surgery and Implant Removal
When breast surgery infection becomes severe, women may require explant surgery to remove:
- Surgical mesh
- Breast implants
- Scar tissue or infected tissue
Explant surgery can create substantial emotional and financial burdens. Many women face permanent scarring, reconstructive failure, and extended recovery periods after mesh-related infection complications.
Chronic Pain and Long-Term Complications
Breast mesh infection may also contribute to chronic pain conditions. Some women report ongoing symptoms even after mesh removal surgery.
Potential long-term complications include:
- Burning or nerve pain
- Tissue damage
- Emotional distress
Women dealing with chronic breast pain may struggle with sleep, work, physical activity, and emotional well-being.
Why Women Are Filing Breast Mesh Lawsuits
Women pursuing GalaFLEX and Phasix breast mesh lawsuits allege they were not adequately warned about infection risks associated with these products.
Claims may involve allegations including:
- Failure to warn
- Defective design
- Off-label use in breast surgery
Women filing claims may seek compensation for:
- Medical expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Lost wages and future care costs
The Law Offices of Steven Gacovino P.C. offers free confidential consultations to women who suffered breast surgery infection or related complications after mesh implantation.
Who May Qualify for a Breast Mesh Lawsuit?
Women may qualify for a breast mesh lawsuit if they:
- Underwent breast surgery involving GalaFLEX or Phasix mesh
- Developed infection or related complications afterward
- Required additional treatment or revision surgery
Potential qualifying injuries may include:
- Infection or abscess
- Seroma after breast surgery
- Implant removal or revision surgery
Women who are unsure whether mesh was implanted during surgery may still qualify for a claim. Contact our offices for a free, confidential consultation and we can go over the facts pertaining to your potential claim. Surgical records and operative reports may help identify the products used.
Contact the Law Offices of Steven Gacovino P.C.
If you experienced breast surgery infection, chronic pain, or revision surgery after GalaFLEX or Phasix mesh implantation, you may have legal rights. The Law Offices of Steven Gacovino P.C. and our national partners are actively reviewing breast mesh claims nationwide.
Consultations are completely free and confidential.
If we do not recover compensation for you, you pay nothing.
Call today to learn whether you may qualify for compensation.
FAQs
1. Can surgical mesh cause breast surgery infection?
Surgical mesh may increase infection risk because bacteria can attach to mesh surfaces and become difficult to eliminate.
2. What are symptoms of breast surgery infection?
Symptoms may include redness, swelling, drainage, fever, severe pain, and warmth around the breast.
3. Can infection happen years after breast surgery?
Yes. Some women report delayed infections months or years after GalaFLEX or Phasix implantation.
4. What is explant surgery?
Explant surgery involves removing breast implants, surgical mesh, or infected tissue after complications develop.
5. How much does it cost to hire the Law Offices of Steven Gacovino P.C.?
The firm handles breast mesh cases on a contingency fee basis. If you do not get paid, we do not get paid.