Gynecare

Gynecare is a specialized medical device brand and former independent company focused on women's health and gynecological surgery. Following its acquisition by Ethicon, a subsidiary of Johnson & Johnson, in 1997, it became a market leader in providing surgical solutions for conditions such as stress urinary incontinence and menorrhagia. The company's portfolio includes well-known products like the Gynecare TVT (Tension-free Vaginal Tape) and the Gynecare Thermachoice endometrial ablation system. Despite its commercial success, the brand has been heavily impacted by litigation and regulatory scrutiny regarding its pelvic mesh and power morcellator products. Today, Gynecare operates as a division within Ethicon's broader surgical portfolio.