Inguinal Hernia Products
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Send to a FriendIf you have an inguinal hernia, you are not alone. Inguinal hernias are the most common type of hernia in adults. Your surgeon can choose from many innovative mesh products to repair your hernia. This section features ETHICON’S most popular mesh products designed to repair inguinal hernias.
ULTRAPRO* Partially Absorbable Lightweight Mesh
ULTRAPRO Mesh was the first partially absorbable mesh available in the US. In an evolution toward more lightweight and absorbable materials, ULTRAPRO Mesh leads the way.
- Strong, secure repair
- Flexible scar lets abdominal wall move more naturally
- Trusted, proven materials
ULTRAPRO* Hernia System (UHS)
UHS is a partially absorbable, three-dimensional lightweight mesh that is considered the next generation in mesh hernia systems.
- Proven design1
- Three points of protection: onlay patch, connector, and underlay patch
- Lightweight, strong, flexible, and comfortable
ULTRAPRO* Plug
The ULTRAPRO Plug is the first and only lightweight partially absorbable inguinal hernia plug.
- Lightweight
- Secure
PROLENE* Polypropylene Hernia System (PHS)
The PHS has a revolutionary 3-in-1 design that is a proven, effective repair of inguinal hernias.
- Three points of protection: onlay patch, connector, and underlay patch
- Lower incidence of chronic pain than in other reported inguinal hernia studies 2
- Patient comfort
- Reduced risk of mesh device migration
- Quick recovery and return to normal activities
PROLENE* Soft Polypropylene Mesh
PROLENE Soft polypropylene Mesh is a nonabsorbable synthetic surgical mesh that is designed for greater comfort and healing in patients.
- Adapts to various stresses in the body
- Conforms to anatomy
- Flexible and comfortable
