Sepsis and surgical mesh complications: Sling The Mesh’s Kath Sansom on the need for fully informed patient consent (Sepsis Voices Podcast with Dr Ron Daniels)

Summary

Dr Ron Daniels is joined by journalist and campaigner Kath Sansom, founder of Sling The Mesh, to discuss the complications linked to surgical mesh and why fully informed consent is crucial for anyone considering surgery.

Drawing on her own experience and a decade of advocacy, Kath shares how inadequate information and follow-up have left thousands facing life-changing pain and recurrent infections – some of which can progress to sepsis.

Together, the pair explores how to improve patient safety, strengthen regulation, and ensure every voice is heard.