BD Launches Phasix™ ST Umbilical Hernia Patch – the World’s First and Only Fully Absorbable Mesh Specifically for Umbilical Hernia Repair

Apr 23, 2025 22:16 CST Updated 22:16

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Medical Device R&D Manufacturer, Distributor

BD Announces the Only One in the WorldSpecifically Designed for Umbilical Hernia RepairFully Absorbable Hernia Mesh---Phasix ST UmbilicalApproved by the FDA for marketing.

Expert Evaluation

"I have been looking forward to the launch of this product for many years, and I am very excited to finally be able to use it in clinical practice. The unique design of the Ventralex ST hernia mesh combined with the bioresorbable properties of the Phasix mesh is a perfect fusion of technology."

---Robert Harrell Live Oak

Executive Evaluation

"We are redefining the field of tissue repair through advanced biomaterials, replacing permanent meshes with clinically proven reliable absorbable solutions, offering patients personalized treatment options. This marks another milestone in hernia repair innovation, further solidifying our leadership in the field of advanced biomaterials science and driving transformative developments in tissue reconstruction."

---Ron Silverman, Chief Medical Officer of BD

Umbilical Hernia refers to the extrusion of abdominal contents (such as intestines, omentum, etc.) through the umbilical ring (the weak area of the abdominal wall around the navel), forming an external abdominal hernia. Umbilical hernias account for approximately 10% of all external abdominal hernias and 6%-14% of abdominal wall hernias in adults. In the United States alone, there are 270,000 cases of umbilical hernia surgeries performed each year.

BD found through market research that 60% of patients prefer to choose non-permanent meshes for hernia repair, and over 70% of surgeons are willing to respect patients' material preferences.Phasix ST UmbilicalThe latest member of the BD Phasix Absorbable Mesh product family,Phasix has completed over 385,000 implants globally (making it the most successfulAbsorbable patch), supported by 85 clinical literature references, with proven clinical outcomes and over 4,000 patient studies.

Phasix ST Umbilical

Phasix ST UmbilicalAndLike Phasix, it is made from the biosourced material poly-4-hydroxybutyrate (P4HB) and configured with a proven hydrogel barrier based on Sepra technology, providing an innovative solution for umbilical hernia repair.

Phasix ST UmbilicalAdopting a double-layer design, the front layer isPhasix Mesh.Phasix MeshDegradation occurs gradually and predictably through hydrolysis within 12 to 18 months, resulting in a durable functional repair.Phasix Mesh is able toProvides critical strength during the initial healing phase, enabling rapid tissue in-growth and vascularization through its open-pore monofilament structure.

Phasix ST UmbilicalThe posterior layer isPhasix ST Patch, which can be handled, sutured, and fixed like a synthetic mesh. It also incorporates Sepra technology, which is extensively researched.Hydrogel barrier. According to preclinical data, its strength at 24 weeks is still 4 times that of the natural abdominal wall.

Phasix STAvailable in three sizes, it can repair various umbilical soft tissue defects and meet surgeons' personalized needs for adequate coverage.

Phasix ST UmbilicalMakeIn the same way as traditional permanent implantation of patches., doctors basically won't have a learning curve.

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