Ive heard that slings made of synthetic mesh can be harmful or cause problems. Is that true?
Most of the negative information “out there” about sub-urethral slings can be traced back to one or two poorly designed products that are no longer on the market. These “bad slings” are no longer used. The best synthetic slings are made of a loosely woven polypropylene mesh designed especially for placement under the female urethra. Biomedical engineers have worked to create materials that will provide the necessary support while still allowing for excellent “tissue in-growth.” In other words, your body should grow into all of the “nooks and crannies” of the sling material within weeks of the surgery. While problems with this tissue in-growth can occur, they are very rare.
