Prolene Hernia System

The Prolene Hernia System utilizes a specialized double layer of Prolene mesh attached at the center with a short connector. It is supplied in several sizes, related to the size of the "underlay mesh", and one "extended" size with a 3 inch underlay and a 4 inch overlay mesh. The mesh is used primarily for inguinal hernias, however it has been successfully adapted to: femoral, umbilical, Spigelian, and small ventral hernias. It has a remarkably low recurrence rate if placed properly; but great care must be taken to assure precise placement of the preperitoneal mesh to achieve these results. If the surgeon has no experience opening the floor of the inguinal canal and dissecting the preperitoneal space, then he/she will require additional training before attempting this popular repair.