In hernia repair, surgeons want to balance security and patient comfort with ease of use. Parietex ProGrip™ self-fixating mesh delivers all three. Its advanced microgrip technology provides immediate fixation1 of the entire mesh surface for a secure repair and even distribution of tension for patient comfort. Designed for ease of use, the resorbable polylactic acid (PLA) microgrips enable surgeons to position and place the mesh in under 60 seconds2, without the use of additional fixation1. Surgeons and patients can depend on a secure repair with the potential for greater patient comfort.
All of Covidien’s Parietex™ products are created from a macroporous polyester material which produce superior cellular proliferation when compared to polypropylene mesh in vitro.3
Features and Benefits
| Features | Benefits |
|---|---|
| Resorbable Microgrip Technology | Immediate fixation of the entire mesh surface as opposed to individual suture points on the peripheral edge1 |
| Resorbable Microgrip Technology | Substantially stronger incorporation than fibrin glue and equivalent incorporation to hernia stapler fixation at five days4 |
| Resorbable Microgrip Technology | Even distribution of tension across the repair rather than focusing tension on individual fixation points |
| Resorbable Microgrip Technology | Reduces potential of chronic groin pain from sutures entrapping nerves5 |
| Resorbable Microgrip Technology | Position and place in less than 60 seconds2 |
| Self-Gripping Flap | Easy and secure positioning of mesh around the cord |
- Additional fixation at surgeon’s discretion.
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Philippe Chastan, MD (2006). “Tension-Free Open Inguinal Hernia Repair Using an Innovative Self-Gripping Semi-Resorbable Mesh.” Journal of Minimal Access Surgery; pp 139-43.
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Lefranc, et al. (2009). PET vs. PP mesh constructs and their influence on L929 fibroblasts adhesion and proliferation. HS/AHS. Springer. Berlin, Hernia. 13: 64-72.
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Hollinsky, C., et al. (2009). “Comparison of a New Self-Gripping Mesh with Other Fixation Methods for Laparoscopic Hernia Repair in Rat Model.” Journal of the American College of Surgeons, Vol. 208, No. 6.
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Frequently Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the microgrips made of? | The self-gripping microgrips are made of polylactic acid (PLA) and resorb naturally, leaving less foreign material behind. |
| What do you mean by "truly tension-free"? | The self-gripping feature is spread evenly across the surface area, so you're not relying on the potential for suture fixation points along the periphery that penetrate tissue and potentially entrap nerves. |
| Are the grips atraumatic? | Yes. The gripping geometry is shaped like a mushroom top that provides gripping between muscle fibers and connective tissue. |
| What is the mesh construction? | A bicomponent semi-resorbable knit of monofilament polyester (PET) and resorbable monofilament polylactic acid (PLA). The mesh has a density of just 74 g/m2 before resorption and 38 g/m2 after resorption. |
| How long does it take to spread the mesh and fix it to the defect? | Parietex ProGrip™ Self-fixating Mesh can be positioned and placed in less than 60 seconds2. |
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