Implantable mesh prosthesis and method for repairing muscle or t

Details Implantable mesh prosthesis and method for repairing muscle or t Implantable mesh prosthesis and method for repairing muscle or t

1993-02-05

1994-10-18

Green, Randall L.

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Implantable prosthesis

623 1, 606151, 606213, 600 37, A61F 202, A61F 200, A61F 1300

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053564324

ABSTRACT:
An implantable prosthesis including a conical mesh plug having a pleated surface which conforms to the contours of the defect being repaired. Mesh filler material positioned in the plug stiffens the implant when it is compressed within the defect.

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