How Long Do Meshes Used for Hernia Surgery Last?
Last Updated Mar 25, 2020 4:53:57 PM ET
Meshes used for hernia repairs remain in the body indefinitely, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The mesh is either considered a permanent implant, or simply used as reinforcement until new tissue growth occurs to strengthen the repair.
Surgical, synthetic mesh is non-absorbable and will remain in the body permanently, states the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Absorbable mesh, which is derived from animal tissues such as skin or intestine from a pig or cow, is not intended for long-term reinforcement. Absorbable mesh will eventually degrade, allowing new tissue growth to take over repair of the hernia site.
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