“P4HB seems to be the safer, alternative design that substantially reduces the risk of mesh infections. In high-risk patients, there is little reason to use polypropylene, and serious injuries can be largely avoided by using P4HB,” states Greg Vigna, MD, JD, national product liability attorney. Dr. Greg Vigna, hernia mesh attorney, says, “The Phasix mesh is [...]
“P4HB mesh is a safe and a viable alternative for complex hernias and high-risk patients with a low complication rate in the short-term,” states Dr. Diego Lima, General Surgeon. Dr. Greg Vigna, national hernia mesh attorney says, “The Phasix mesh is made from P4HB, a natural polymer derived from E coli. It is fully degradable [...]
“Phasix Mesh and P4HB Plug demonstrated significant mechanical strength compared to the native abdominal wall, despite significant material resorption over time," states Corey Deeken, Ph.D., Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Greg Vigna, national mid-urethral sling attorney and hernia mesh attorney, says, “The Phasix Mesh is P4HB and fully degradable, making it the safer alternative [...]
“The use of surgical triple neurectomy seems effective and helpful in a high percentage of patients with chronic postoperative inguinal pain (CPIP)” states Professor Frederik Berrevoet, MD, Ph.D., Department of General Surgery, University Hospital in Ghent. What else did Dr. Berrevoet report in her article, “Surgical Treatment for Chronic Pain after Inguinal Hernia Repair: A [...]
Study shows that TAP block should be considered early, from the onset of the first pain symptoms “We argue that a transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block should be considered early, from the onset of the first pain symptoms," states Sarrah Sellam, MD. Department of Anesthesia Robert-Debre University Hospital, France. What else did Dr. Sellam [...]