- The Ethicon Prolene Hernia Mesh is meant to be used for open ventral and inguinal hernia repair
- It is made of Polypropylene material and is non-absorbable
- The mesh is manufactured with knitted polypropylene monofilament that resist degradation by tissue enzyme and retain strength indefinitely in clinical use
- Its bidirectional elastic property allows adaptation to various stresses encountered in the body
- The mesh is available in 3 sizes:
- 7.6 cm X 15 cm, Box of 6
- 15 cm X 15 cm
- 30 cm X 30 cm