Biomechanical evaluation of three fixation modalities for preperitoneal inguinal hernia repair: a 24-hour postoperative study in pigs

Gaëtan Guérin, Xavier Bourges, Frédéric Turquier Covidien-Surgical Solutions, Research and Development, Trévoux, France Purpose: Tacks and sutures ensure a strong fixation of meshes, but they can be associated with pain and discomfort. Less invas...

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Main Authors: Guérin G, Bourges X, Turquier F
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Dove Medical Press 2014-12-01
Series:Medical Devices: Evidence and Research
Online Access:http://www.dovepress.com/biomechanical-evaluation-of-three-fixation-modalities-for-preperitonea-peer-reviewed-article-MDER