The surgery which was used to treat problems such as incontinence and vaginal prolapse was peddled to patients as a 'miracle cure' but often led to life-altering complications and chronic pain.
Ladies who had private surgery to take out transvaginal mesh are being told to ask for their money back from the Scottish Government before time runs out.
The Scottish Government has been giving back the cash to women who paid themselves to get the mesh taken out by June 2, 2022.Jenni Minto, the woman in charge of women's health, said: "Many women who have been impacted by complications after having had transvaginal mesh implanted have experienced immense pain and suffering."
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