04.08.14
The company’s Symbotex composite mesh features a macroporous monofilament, hydrophilic textile in a 3-D construction that allows for reinforced strength, memory shape and significant tissue ingrowth. It also includes a bioabsorbable collagen film on the visceral side which minimizes tissue attachments.
The new hernia repair product has an orientation marker, which facilitates correctly placing the mesh over the hernia defect. According to Covidien, this product allows surgeons to perform surgical laparoscopic and open ventral hernia repairs in an easier way.
The Symbotex mesh, which is transparent, offers improvements to the visualization of the anatomy during mesh placement and fixation. Symbotex mesh is available in a large variety of shapes and sizes for laparoscopic hernia repair, with specific sub-ranges dedicated to laparoscopic and open surgery.
Rob Claypoole, vice president and general manager for Covidien Hernia Care, noted that ongoing collaboration with the company’s customers has identified a need for a mesh that is easy to use and provides optimal repair for patients. He believes Symbotex provides the best of both worlds. “With the addition of Symbotex, our hernia product line offers surgeons an even broader choice of solutions to address diverse patient needs,” Claypoole said.
In August 2013, Covidien obtained 510(k) approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its Symbotex composite mesh.