The ready-made mesh pocket can be used in a pre-pectoral, implant-based breast reconstruction. The pocket can be affixed directly to the pectoralis major muscle or to its fascia so that the muscle does not have to be detached from the thorax. The front of the implant, which faces the skin, is completely covered with mesh material, while the back is only about half covered. (see illustration)
Further information
Material:
Polydioxanone dyed, monofilament, absorbable
Completely absorbed after approx. 5 months.
Dimensions:
14,5 cm x 17 cm (volume of implant: <=280 ml )
16 cm x 18,5 cm (volume of implant: <=420 ml )
18 cm x 20,5 cm (volume of implant: <=550 ml )
Mass per unit area: before absorption: 90 g/m²