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Augmentation of facial defects using Mersilene mesh implants
Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery
|July 1, 1979
Summary
Mersilene mesh was used in 80% of 83 implants for chin augmentation, with a 9% infection rate. Further research is needed for ideal implant materials.
Area of Science:
- Plastic Surgery
- Biomaterials Science
Background:
- Mersilene mesh is a commonly used material for surgical implants.
- Chin augmentation is a frequent application for such implants.
Observation:
- A survey reviewed 83 implants, with 66 (80%) being Mersilene mesh.
- The majority of Mersilene mesh implants (76, 91%) were for chin augmentation, often via the intraoral route.
Findings:
- An overall infection rate of 9% (8 patients) was observed.
- 5% (4 patients) of infections necessitated implant removal.
Implications:
- Current implant materials, including Mersilene mesh, may not be ideal.
- Continued research and collaboration are crucial for developing superior biomaterials for augmentation procedures.