Biomesh
Biomesh
Biomesh (pronounced: /ˈbaɪoʊˌmɛʃ/) is a type of medical device used in various types of surgery to provide additional support to weakened or damaged tissue.
Etymology
The term "Biomesh" is a combination of the words "biological" and "mesh". The prefix "bio-" is derived from the Greek word "bios" meaning "life". The word "mesh" comes from the Old English "masc" or "max", meaning "net".
Usage
Biomesh is commonly used in hernia repair, reconstructive surgery, and plastic surgery. It is designed to be compatible with the human body and to resist infection. Biomesh can be made from synthetic materials or biological materials. Synthetic biomesh is made from materials like polypropylene, polyester, or PTFE. Biological biomesh is made from processed and sterilized animal or human tissue.
Related Terms
- Hernia: A medical condition in which an organ or fatty tissue squeezes through a weak spot in a surrounding muscle or connective tissue.
- Polypropylene: A type of plastic used in a variety of products, including medical devices.
- Polyester: A synthetic resin in which the polymer units are linked by ester groups, used chiefly to make synthetic textile fibers.
- PTFE: Polytetrafluoroethylene, a high-performance plastic known for its non-stick properties.
- Reconstructive surgery: Surgery performed to restore function or normal appearance.
- Plastic surgery: A surgical specialty dedicated to the reconstruction of facial and body defects due to birth disorders, trauma, burns, and disease.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Biomesh
- Wikipedia's article - Biomesh
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