Did you suffer serious complications from surgical mesh placed during a breast reconstruction, breast augmentation or a breast lift procedure?
If you received an internal bra mesh after 2014, you may be eligible to seek compensation through a breast mesh lawsuit.
What to know about the internal bra mesh lawsuit
- Core Issue: Manufacturers of surgical mesh face allegations that their products, used as internal bras during breast surgeries, caused serious and lasting complications in patients.
- Who it Affects: People who received this type of breast mesh during breast reconstruction, augmentation, reduction, or lift surgery after 2014 and suffered resulting complications.
- Harm/Impact: Reported complications include nerve damage, infection, seroma, mesh migration or displacement, explant, reconstructive failure, implant rupture, and interference with breast imaging.
- Legal Status: Lawsuits are actively underway.
- Take Action: To see if you qualify to file a surgical mesh lawsuit, complete the form on this page. It only takes a few moments, and there is no cost or obligation.
What is the breast mesh internal bra lawsuit?
Patients who received an internal bra mesh are filing lawsuits alleging that these mesh products caused serious physical harm.
These claims allege that:
- Manufacturers failed to adequately warn patients and surgeons about the known risks associated with breast mesh implantation
- The mesh products caused serious complications, including infection, nerve damage, and mesh migration
- Patients were subjected to painful revision surgeries, some of which were unplanned, as a direct result of mesh-related complications
- The use of these mesh products as internal bras during cosmetic and reconstructive breast procedures exposed patients to unreasonable risks that outweighed any potential benefit
These allegations suggest that patients were not given the information they needed to make fully informed decisions about their surgeries, and that the physical toll of these complications has been significant and lasting.
Who qualifies for the breast mesh internal bra lawsuit?
You may qualify for a breast mesh lawsuit if the following apply:
- You received a surgical breast mesh during a breast surgery, including reconstruction (after a mastectomy), augmentation, reduction, or breast lift
- Your surgery took place in 2015 or later
- You experienced one or more of the following complications:
- Nerve damage
- Infection or abscess
- Seroma (fluid buildup)
- Mesh migration or displacement
- Reconstructive failure
- Implant rupture
- Interference with breast imaging
- You required revision surgery or were told by your doctor that you may need revision surgery, including the removal of the mesh or implants
Please note: Claims involving only capsular contracture, disfigurement, or asymmetry as the sole injury, or surgeries performed in 2014 or earlier, may not qualify.
Time limits may apply. Do not wait to check whether you may qualify.
Legally reviewed by: Alex Parker
Attorney, Flint Cooper
The law firms responsible for the content of this page are: Flint Cooper; Edwardsville, IL; 618-205-2029; www.flintcooper.com and LegaFi Law LLC (an Arizona law firm), 888-4-LegaFi, www.legafi.com.
Status as of April 2026
- Attorneys at Flint Cooper and LegaFi Law LLC are actively investigating claims involving internal bra mesh used in breast surgery nationwide.
- Lawsuits are underway on behalf of patients who experienced complications after breast surgery involving these mesh products, particularly those who have undergone or may require revision surgery.
This page was last reviewed and updated in April 2026 to reflect the latest case developments.
How internal bra mesh complications can cause long-term harm
Surgical mesh used during breast surgery is intended to provide support, but for some patients, it has been linked to complications that can lead to lasting physical, financial, and emotional harm.
- Physical impact: Physical complications such as infection, nerve damage, mesh migration and reconstructive failure can require additional surgeries and prolonged medical care. In some cases, patients may experience chronic pain, ongoing discomfort or loss of the intended surgical outcome.
- Financial burden: These complications can also create a significant financial strain. Additional procedures, hospital visits, medications and follow-up care can result in unexpected medical expenses and time away from work.
- Quality-of-life impact: Beyond the physical effects, these complications can take a serious emotional toll. Patients may experience stress, anxiety, and frustration — especially when the original procedure was meant to restore confidence or follow a major medical event, such as a mastectomy.
For some patients, surgical mesh complications can be life-altering. Attorneys are now investigating whether those harmed by breast mesh may have legal options.
What is internal bra mesh?
An “internal bra” refers to a technique where surgical mesh is placed inside the breast to support tissue or implants. It is sometimes used during procedures such as reconstruction, augmentation, reduction or breast lift.
While these materials are intended to provide support, some patients report they were not aware mesh would be used or were not fully informed of potential risks.
If you are unsure whether mesh was used in your procedure, your medical records — including operative reports — may provide that information. You can also complete the form on this page to learn more about your options.
Fill out the form on this page to see if you qualify for a free case evaluation.
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