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Why I use mesh: a personal perspective

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The issue of using vaginally inserted polypropylene mesh is currently much debated. This personal view, stimulated by a live debate on the topic, sets out to look at some of the issues surrounding mesh, and aims to encourage discussion of this matter.

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J Cooper has received hospitality and training from companies manufacturing vaginal mesh. J Cooper uses vaginal mesh and also uses traditional methods of vaginal repair.

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  1. Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics, University Hospital of North Staffordshire, Newcastle Road, Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, ST4 6QG, England, UK

    Jason C. Cooper

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Cooper, J.C. Why I use mesh: a personal perspective. Int Urogynecol J 23, 971–973 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-012-1778-z

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