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Our team of attorneys are now investigating claims and prepared to file Mirena lawsuitsinvolving the intrauterine contraceptive device Mirena®. Manufactured by Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Mirena is an IUD device [intrauterine device] that must be inserted by a trained health care provider and is intended to provide contraceptive protection for up to five years. Some women have experienced serious adverse side-effects and potentially life-threatening complications following the implantation of theMirena device, including perforation of or imbedment in the uterus.
Mirena Side Effects Include Perforation of Cervix
Mirena is alleged to have many side effects. Mirena is an interuterine contraceptive device {IUD}. As a Mirena attorney that wants to provide information to women or their loved ones about making a Mirena claim or to discuss a Mirena lawsuit, Mirena has its own side effects. One such side effect is perforation of the cervix.
The Mirena IUD can be an effective contraceptive.; however, there are many side effects and dangers associated with the use of the device.
Perforation of the Uterus
The Mirena device can perforate the uterus during the insertion. Perforation means the piercing of the wall. Once the device perforates the wall of the uterus, it can cause other complications. The device must be then surgically removed.
Peritonitis
Peritonitis is inflammation of the peritoneum and is a common cause of acute abdomen. Peritonitis is a secondary disease process caused by abdominal disorders such as the perforation of the uterus. Peritonitis can occur with and without infections. Initially peritonitis is localized and contained within the greater omentum and by adjoining organs. Generalized peritonitis occurs when inflammation progresses or rupture spreads contamination too far to be contained. Due to its large surface area, inflammation of the whole peritoneum results in fluid loss sufficient to cause relative hypovolaemia.
Symptoms of Peritonitis
If the perforation of the uterus results in peritonitis, the patient will experienced sharp abdominal pain. It can become severe and exacerbated by the slightest movement. The patient may develop a feverish feeling. Nausea and vomiting may be present.
Treatment
Cases of peritonitis almost always require surgery. Because a person with peritonitis will be vomiting constantly, the patient must be given fluid through an intravenous needle. If there is infection, then antibiotics must be administered. A tube is usually passed into the stomach to drain off excess fluid.
Damage to Ureter
Another complication that can be caused by perforation of the uterus is damage to ureter. Damage to the ureter is very uncommon, but if it does occur open surgery is needed. If the ureter is damaged, it must be repaired, a urinary catheter will be left in place for several days post-op to allow healing, and antibiotics will be prescribed.
Damage to Bladder
Perforation of the uterus can also result in damage to the bowel. If the bladder or the ureter is damaged, urine can leak out into the peritoneal cavity and it also can cause peritonitis. You will generally require surgery to repair the damage.
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