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简体中文Surgical mesh
Surgical Mesh
Surgical mesh is a sterile implant used to reinforce weakened tissue during hernia repair and soft-tissue reconstruction. Dolphin Mesh manufactures a range of polypropylene, composite and semi absorbable meshes — in flat sheets and pre-shaped 3D anatomical forms — for open and laparoscopic procedures.
What surgical mesh is
A surgical mesh is a net-like prosthesis that provides mechanical support to the abdominal wall, reinforcing tissue that has weakened or separated. In hernia repair it bridges or covers the defect so that surrounding tissue can integrate with the implant for a tension-free repair.
Meshes differ by material — whether polypropylene, a composite, or a semi absorbable construction — as well as by pore structure and whether they are supplied as flat sheets or pre-shaped anatomical forms.
When it is used
Surgical mesh is used across inguinal, ventral, incisional, umbilical and other hernia repairs, in both open and laparoscopic approaches. Composite meshes with a visceral-side barrier are intended for intraperitoneal placement, while pre-shaped 3D meshes are designed for laparoscopic inguinal repair.
How to choose
Selection depends on the defect, the surgical approach, the plane of placement and surgeon preference — including whether a visceral-side barrier is needed, the required pore structure, and whether a flat or anatomically pre-shaped mesh best fits the repair. The comparison below summarises the range; final selection rests with the operating surgeon.
The Surgical Mesh range
Polypropylene, composite and semi absorbable surgical mesh for hernia repair and soft-tissue reinforcement, in flat sheets and pre-shaped 3D anatomical forms for open and laparoscopic surgery.
Knitted Polypropylene Mesh
Knit is a sterile, non-absorbable knitted monofilament polypropylene mesh for tension-free and laparoscopic hernia repair, available in Ultra Soft, Soft, Macropore and Robust variants across a range of sizes.
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3D Anatomical Polypropylene Mesh
Knit 3D is a sterile, non-absorbable, pre-shaped three-dimensional polypropylene mesh with a contoured anatomical design for laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair, supplied in left and right configurations across three sizes in Macropore and Medium pore.
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Silicone-Polymer Composite Mesh
Silene is a sterile, non-absorbable dual-sided composite mesh with a polymer matrix parietal side and a medical-grade silicone film on the visceral side, designed for open and laparoscopic intraperitoneal hernia repair.
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PTFE-Polypropylene Composite Mesh
Teflene is a sterile, non-absorbable dual-sided composite mesh with a knitted polypropylene parietal side fused to an expanded PTFE (ePTFE) barrier on the visceral side, designed for open and laparoscopic intraperitoneal hernia repair.
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Polyester-Polyethylene Composite Mesh
Ultralene is a sterile, non-absorbable dual-sided composite mesh with a knitted polyester parietal side and a medical-grade low-density polyethylene film on the visceral side, designed for open and laparoscopic ventral hernia repair.
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Semi Absorbable Composite Mesh
Monosolve V2 is a sterile, semi absorbable composite hernia mesh combining non-absorbable polypropylene with absorbable poliglecaprone 25, supplied as flat sheets for open and laparoscopic inguinal, ventral and incisional hernia repair.
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Semi Absorbable 3D Anatomical Mesh
Monosolve V2 3D is a sterile, semi absorbable, pre-shaped three-dimensional composite mesh of polypropylene and poliglecaprone 25, with a contoured anatomical design for laparoscopic inguinal hernia repair, supplied in left and right configurations across three sizes.
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Polypropylene-Polyethylene Composite Mesh
Duolene is a sterile, non-absorbable dual-sided composite mesh with a knitted polypropylene parietal side and a medical-grade polyethylene film on the visceral side, designed for open and laparoscopic ventral hernia repair.
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Titanised Polypropylene Mesh
Tiolene is a sterile, non-absorbable, lightweight monofilament polypropylene mesh with a titanium dioxide surface coating, supplied in medium-pore and large-pore variants for open and laparoscopic hernia repair.
View details →Compare the range
A summary of the Dolphin Mesh range by material, absorbability and form. Refer to each product page for composition, sizes and codes.
| Mesh | Material | Absorbable | Form |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knit | Monofilament polypropylene | No | Flat knitted sheet |
| Knit 3D | Monofilament polypropylene | No | 3D anatomical (pre-shaped) |
| Monosolve V2 | Polypropylene + poliglecaprone 25 | Semi | Flat composite sheet |
| Monosolve V2 3D | Polypropylene + poliglecaprone 25 | Semi | 3D anatomical (pre-shaped) |
| Duolene | Polypropylene + polyethylene film | No | Dual-sided composite (barrier) |
| Silene | Silicone-polymer composite | No | Composite (barrier) |
| Teflene | PTFE + polypropylene composite | No | Composite |
| Tiolene | Titanised polypropylene | No | Composite |
| Ultralene | Polyester + polyethylene composite | No | Composite (barrier) |
Applications
- Inguinal hernia repair (open and laparoscopic)
- Ventral / incisional hernia repair
- Umbilical and para-umbilical hernia repair
- Soft-tissue reinforcement and reconstruction
Frequently Asked Questions
What is surgical mesh made of?
Dolphin Mesh surgical meshes are made from monofilament polypropylene, composites of polypropylene with materials such as polyethylene, PTFE, polyester or titanium, and semi absorbable constructions combining polypropylene with poliglecaprone 25. Refer to each product for its specific composition.
Is surgical mesh permanent?
Non-absorbable meshes are intended to remain implanted as a permanent support unless removal is clinically indicated. Semi absorbable meshes retain a permanent polypropylene component while an absorbable component is gradually resorbed.
What is a 3D anatomical mesh?
A 3D anatomical mesh is pre-shaped to follow the contours of the anatomy — for example the inguinal region — rather than being a flat sheet, and is designed to support placement and handling during laparoscopic repair.
How is surgical mesh fixed?
Mesh can be fixed with sutures or tackers, at the discretion of the operating surgeon based on the procedure and surgical technique.
Are the meshes supplied sterile?
Yes. Dolphin meshes are supplied sterile for single use and must not be reused, reprocessed or re-sterilized. Do not use if the package is opened, damaged or beyond its expiry date.
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