The first of its’ kind.
TIGR® Matrix Surgical Mesh is the world’s first long-term resorbable, 100% absorbable synthetic matrix.
With its dual stage mechanics, it provides a significant new addition to the surgeons’ toolbox. It is indicated for use for reinforcement of soft tissue where weakness exists. TIGR® Matrix is warp knitted from two different resorbable fibers that degrade at different rates following implantation and are slowly absorbed. The first fiber is a copolymer of glycolide, lactide and trimethylene carbonate. The second fiber is a copolymer of lactide and trimethylene carbonate. Both fibers degrade by bulk hydrolysis once implanted.
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This unique patented dual-fiber design provides an initial high strength / high stability configuration, with gradually increasing mechanical compliance over time as the device loses strength and is absorbed. The macroporous structure (pore size of approx 1 mm at the time of implantation) is designed to permit tissue integration for tissue repair.
In preclinical trials, TIGR® Matrix has shown excellent tissue integration and early vascularization when tested under demanding conditions to cover full thickness defects of the abdominal wall in a sheep model with no defect recurrences after two years of implantation.
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TIGR® Matrix Surgical Mesh is currently available for sale in the USA and selected countries in Europe & Asia ONLY.
