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.
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An implantable mesh for use in reconstructing tissue, the implantable mesh comprising:
- a mesh body having a surrounding edge;
- one or more mesh extensions extending from the surrounding edge of the mesh body, each mesh extension having 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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- a fixation device at the second end of each mesh extension.
An implantable mesh for use in reconstructing tissue, the implantable mesh comprising:
- a mesh body;
- one or more mesh extensions extending from the mesh body, each mesh extension having a first end and a second end, wherein the first end of the mesh extension is integrated into or part of the mesh body and wherein each mesh extension is configured to permit multiple anchor points with surrounding tissue upon implantation.
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