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7006436 
Journal Article 
Does expanded polytetrafluoroethylene mesh really shrink after laparoscopic ventral hernia repair? 
Carter, PR; Leblanc, KA; Gielkens, IMG; Hoogeveen, EJ; Rhynes, T; Kleinpeter, RP; Allain, DNJ 
2012 
Yes 
Hernia
ISSN: 1265-4906
EISSN: 1248-9204 
16 
3 
321-325 
English 
22169984 
WOS:000304611700013 
The shrinkage of mesh has been cited as a possible explanation for hernia recurrence. Expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE) is unique in that it can be visualized on computed tomography (CT). Some animal studies have shown a greater than 40% rate of contraction of ePTFE; however, very few human studies have been performed. 
Hernia; Ventral hernia; DualMesh; ePTFE; Transfascial sutures; Tack fixation