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AlloDerm in the OR

With more than 1 million successful implants and grafts to date, AlloDerm supports rapid revascularization, remodeling and transition to functional host tissue… resulting in tissue that behaves like the original tissue.

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Whether you are interested in grafting or implant procedures, the information provided here will help you use AlloDerm successfully in the OR.

AlloDerm Regenerative Tissue Matrix
  • Strong, intact, and excellent handling properties
  • 1,2
  • Supports rapid revascularization, which can minimize the risk of infection
  • 3,4,5,6,7
  • Allows for local treatment in the setting of infection of exposure
  • 7,8
  • Resists adhesion formations to the bowel
  • 3,9
Important Product Information

Please note, the inner pouch containing the AlloDerm is not sterile.
DO NOT PLACE THE INNER POUCH IN THE STERILE FIELD.


Implanting AlloDerm in the OR


Grafting with AlloDerm in the OR


References:
  1. Barber FA, et al. Tendon augmentation grafts: Biomechanical failure loads and failure patterns. Arthroscopy. 2006; 22(5): 534-538.
  2. Choe JM, et al. Autologous, cadaveric and synthetic materials used in sling surgery: Comparative biomechanical analysis. Urology. 2001; 58(3): 482-486.
  3. Menon NG, et al. Revascularization of human acellular dermis in full-thickness abdominal wall reconstruction in the rabbit model. Ann Plast Surg. 2003; 50: 523-527.
  4. Patton JH Jr, et al. Use of human acellular dermal matrix in complex and contaminated abdominal wall reconstructions Am J Surg. 2007 Mar;193(3):360-3; discussion 363.
  5. Diaz JJ Jr, et al. Acellular Dermal Allograft for Ventral Hernia Repair in the Compromised Surgical Field. Am Surg. 2006 Dec;72(12):1181-1188
  6. Kim H, et al. Acellular dermal matrix in the management of high-risk abdominal wall defects. Am J Surg. 2006 Dec; 192(6): 705-9.
  7. Butler CE, et al. Pelvic, Abdominal, and Chest Wall Reconstruction with AlloDerm in Patients at Increased Risk for Mesh-Related Complications. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2005 Oct;116(5):1263-1275; discussion 1276-1277.
  8. Kish KJ, et al. Acellular Dermal Matrix (AlloDerm): New Material in the Repair of Stoma Site Hernias. Am Surg. 2005 Dec;71(12): 1047-50
  9. Butler CE, et al. Reduction of adhesions with composite AlloDerm/polypropylene mesh implants for abdominal wall reconstruction. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2004; 114(2): 464-473.