Bard 0112720 Mesh Monofilament Polypropylene for the Reconstruction of Tissue Defects

Bard 0112720 Mesh Monofilament Polypropylene for the Reconstruction of Tissue Defects

• Model: 0112720
• 6" x 6" 15cm x 15cm 

The Bard 0112720 monofilament polypropylene mesh is a widely used surgical implant for reinforcing soft tissue in areas of structural weakness—particularly in hernia repairs and reconstruction of tissue defects. Its 6 × 6-inch square format gives the surgeon flexibility to trim or customize the mesh during surgery. Because it uses a knitted monofilament polypropylene structure, the mesh maintains a balance of strength and pliability, allowing it to contour to the anatomy while resisting deformation under load.

A key design principle behind this mesh is tissue ingrowth: the knitted pores permit fibroblasts and connective tissue to grow through and around the mesh, integrating it into the body’s tissues over time. This biological incorporation helps distribute load and reduce recurrence risk in hernia repair or reinforcement of abdominal wall defects. Also, because the mesh is monofilament and nonabsorbable, its durability over time is more dependable than some multifilament or partially absorbable alternatives, especially in low-infection-risk settings.

However, placing a permanent mesh comes with tradeoffs and risks. Because the polypropylene is in direct contact with tissues, improper placement (for example, adjacent to visceral organs) can lead to adhesion formation. In contaminated surgical fields, risk of infection is higher and may necessitate mesh removal. Surgeons address these risks by adequate coverage, overlap of healthy tissue margins, secure fixation, and careful mesh sizing and trimming. Over decades of implantation, the Bard mesh family (including part 0112720) has established a track record in “tension-free” hernia repair methodology, where the mesh carries much of the mechanical load rather than relying solely on sutured tension.