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Same proven technique with improved mesh
Bard® OnFlex™ Mesh was specifically designed to fit the inguinal anatomy during preperitoneal placement. It offers extended medial and inferior coverage for direct and femoral hernia spaces.
Lightweight, Large Pore Mesh
- Reduces the amount of foreign material implanted
- Allows good tissue ingrowth1*
- Results in a more flexible and compliant scar formation1
Positioning Pocket
- Medial pocket aids in proper placement
Absorbable SorbaFlex™ Memory Technology
- Allows the patch to open and conform to the anatomy
- Aids in the proper positioning of the device
Interrupted PDO Monofilament
- Enables easy mesh insertion into the preperitoneal space
Inguinal Notch
- Designed to conform to the iliac vessels
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1 Brown C, Finch J. Which mesh for hernia repair? Annals of The Royal College of Surgeons of England 2010;92(4):272-278.
Observed in preclinical model, which may not correlate to performance in humans.
Indications
The OnFlex™ Mesh is indicated for use in the reinforcement of soft tissue where weakness exists, such as in the repair of inguinal hernias.
Contraindications
- Use of this device is contraindicated for infants, children, or pregnant women, whereby future growth will be compromised by use of such mesh material.
- Literature reports that there is a possibility for adhesion formation when polypropylene is placed in direct contact with the bowel or viscera.
Warnings
The use of any synthetic mesh or patch in a contaminated or infected wound can lead to fistula formation and/or extrusion of the mesh and is not recommended.
If an infection develops, treat the infection aggressively. Consideration should be given regarding the need to remove the mesh. Unresolved infection may require removal of the mesh.
If unused mesh has been in contact with instruments or supplies used on a patient or contaminated with body fluids, discard mesh with care to prevent risk of transmission of viral infections. To prevent recurrences when repairing hernias, the mesh should be large enough to provide sufficient overlap beyond the margins of the defect. If fixation is used, careful attention to mesh fixation placement and spacing will help prevent excessive tension or gap formation between the mesh and fascial tissue. To avoid injury, careful attention is required if fixating the mesh in the presence of nerves, vessels, or spermatic cord structures. The mesh is supplied sterile. Inspect the packaging to be sure it is intact and undamaged prior to use. This device is for single use only. Do not resterilize or reuse any portion of the Onflex™ Mesh.
Do not cut or reshape the Onflex™ Mesh, except at the opening in the interrupted SorbaFlex™ PDO monofilament, to accommodate the spermatic cord and outside of the blue limit line in the lateral portion of the mesh, as this could affect its effectiveness. Care should be taken not to cut or nick the SorbaFlex™ PDO monofilament.
Precautions
Please read all instructions prior to use. Only physicians qualified in the appropriate surgical techniques should use this mesh. Care should be taken not to cut or nick the SorbaFlex™ PDO monofilament. If fixation is used, care should be taken to ensure that the mesh is adequately fixated. If necessary, additional fasteners and/or sutures should be used.
Adverse Reactions
Possible complications may include, but are not limited to, seroma, adhesion, hematoma, pain, infection, inflammation, extrusion, erosion, migration, fistula formation and recurrence of the hernia or soft tissue defect. If the SorbaFlex™ PDO monofilament is cut or damaged, additional complications may include, but are not limited to, bowel or skin perforation and infection.