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Composix Kugel Hernia Mesh Patch

The Bard Composix Kugel Mesh hernia patch is used to repair ventral hernias.  These hernias are caused by post-surgical thinning or stretching of scar tissue.  The patch is generally inserted behind the hernia through a small incision; its "memory recoil ring" allows the device to be implanted while in a folded state, then spring open once it has been properly placed.  The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recalled issued a recall in December 2005 due to malfunctions of the patch's "memory recoil ring", which have been found to cause intestinal fistulae, punctured organs, and/or bowel rupture in some patients.  The recall was updated in early 2007 when other product codes were found to have the same defect. 

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Device name: Composix Kugel Mesh Patch
Manufacturer: C.R. Bard

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Approved uses: Repair of ventral (incisional) hernias caused by post-surgical thinning or stretching of scar tissue.
Malfunctions: The patch's "memory recoil ring" may break under the stress of intra-abdominal placement, leading to ruptured bowels and/or recurring intestinal fistulae.
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