‡ If the mesh is cut to size, additional fixation should be used based on surgeon’s discretion
Ω ProGrip™ laparoscopic self-fixating mesh and ProGrip™ self-gripping mesh have equivalent gripping and mechanical properties
† Based on pre-clinical animal and/or benchtop studies
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