Inguinal/Femoral Hernia
Hernias occur due to the protrusion of an organ or tissue through a defect or weak spot in the connective tissue of the body wall. The most common location of herniation is within the abdominal wall, particularly in the groin (inguinal region). In the groin, the majority of hernias occur through the inguinal canal, which can be classified as direct or indirect based on the location of the defect.
Femoral hernias are less common but also occur in the groin and can appear similar to inguinal hernias. Numerous classification systems exist for groin hernias; however, the majority of surgeons simply classify the hernia based on type, location and size.
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DUATENE bilayer mesh
Duatene bilayer mesh by Medtronic is a synthetic polypropylene mesh used in the open repair of groin hernias. The typical polypropylene hernia systems have a bridge, or connection between the two layers of mesh that fill the defect at the hernia site. This bridge does not typically include the same synthetic material of the mesh, whereas the Duatene bilayer mesh fills the bridge with the same synthetic polypropylene fibers included in the two mesh layers.
This technology may increase the strength of the mesh by enabling tissue integration directly within the groin defect. The two layers of the mesh, known as an onlay and underlay, are used to repair both sides of the abdominal wall, while the connector is situated within the opening of the defect. Advantages to Duatene include increased flexibility for ease of placement by the surgeon and anatomical conformability for the patient.
DUATENE bilayer mesh
One mesh. Two layers. Many benefits.
Duatene™ bilayer mesh is a groin hernia repair solution that combines a flexible macroporous onlay, built-in connector, and a rigid underlay.
It delivers balance of softness and firmness that’s made to complement your technique — and conform to patient anatomy to support successful outcomes.
