Mesh Complications
Evaluation, removal and revision after prior mesh surgery with Dr. Tabakin in New Brunswick, NJ.
In short: Mesh complications are problems such as pain, erosion, infection or contraction after surgical mesh was used for prolapse or incontinence. Dr. Alexandra Tabakin, a urologist and fellowship-trained urogynecologist in New Brunswick, NJ, specializes in evaluating mesh complications and treats them with conservative management, partial or complete mesh removal, or reconstructive surgery.
What are mesh complications?
Surgical mesh is sometimes used in pelvic floor surgery to provide support for prolapse or incontinence treatment. While mesh can be effective, some patients may experience complications including pain, mesh erosion, infection, or mesh contraction.
Talk to a specialist. Dr. Tabakin sees new patients at her New Brunswick office, in the Clinical Academic Building at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School.
What are the symptoms of mesh complications?
- Chronic pelvic pain
- Pain during intercourse
- Vaginal discharge or bleeding
- Urinary problems
- Mesh erosion or exposure
- Recurrent infections
How are mesh complications treated?
Dr. Tabakin specializes in the evaluation and treatment of mesh complications. Treatment options may include conservative management, mesh removal (partial or complete), or reconstructive surgery. Each case is evaluated individually to determine the best approach.
Learn more from the American Urogynecologic Society patient site, Voices for PFD: Mesh.
Page updated October 2026.
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