Implantable mesh and method of use
AssigneeDuke University
InventorHoward Levinson
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Abstract
An implantable mesh for use in reconstructing tissue includes a mesh body and one or more extensions extending from the mesh body. Each mesh extension has a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the mesh extension is integrated into or part of the mesh body. Each mesh extension is configured to permit multiple anchor points with surrounding tissue upon implantation. In one embodiment, a fixation device is at the second end of each mesh extension. Methods of using the implantable mesh are also provided.
Claims21
An implantable abdominal hernia repair mesh for use in reconstructing herniated abdominal tissue, the implantable abdominal hernia repair mesh comprising:
- a mesh body having a surrounding edge;
- mesh extensions arranged in opposing pairs extending oppositely from the surrounding edge of the mesh body, each mesh extension is comprised of mesh and has a first end, a second end, and a length therebetween, the first end being integrated into or part of the mesh body;
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- wherein each mesh extension is configured to be passed through surrounding tissue multiple times on opposite sides of the herniated abdominal tissue to permit multiple anchor points with the surrounding tissue upon implantation so as to resist high tension across an abdominal hernia repair site without dehiscing or migrating.
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