Hernia mesh fixation device (tacker)
Long, tubular device, used laparoscopically or in open surgery, that fires helical tacks (titanium or absorbable) from its tip.
How it is used
Securing a prosthetic mesh to the abdominal wall during hernia repair (inguinal, ventral, incisional), preventing it from shifting.
Clinical tip
Tacks are placed around the periphery of the mesh, avoiding areas near nerves or vessels to prevent chronic pain.
Sources
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History
Added to the catalog on 2026-10-02.
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