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TIGR® Matrix: Innovation in Surgical Meshes

100% Synthetic Absorbable Surgical Meshes, exclusively in Spain by UpViser

TIGR® Matrix is the cutting-edge solution for surgeons aiming to improve outcomes in breast reconstruction, hernia repair, or abdominal reinforcement surgeries. Available exclusively through UpViser in Spain, this innovative surgical mesh offers flexibility, strength, and greater safety during procedures.

September 2024

Novus Scientific, based in Sweden, is a leading medical technology company specializing in the design and manufacture of advanced surgical meshes, including the TIGR Matrix line. The company is distinguished by its strong commitment to innovation and product quality, with all products manufactured in Uppsala, Sweden.

Novus Scientific works closely with UpViser Spain to provide specialized training for Spanish surgeons. These training sessions are conducted at the Gustave Roussy Hospital in Paris, France, under the leadership of Dr. Nicolas Leymarie, head of plastic and oncological surgery, and Dr. Jean-Francois Honart. This focus on continuous training ensures that healthcare professionals are well-equipped with the latest knowledge to use the most advanced and safest surgical solutions. With high ethical and technical standards, Novus Scientific reaffirms its leadership in the sector, providing reliable tools that facilitate more effective surgical procedures, all based on scientific evidence.

Why Choose TIGR® Matrix?

• 100% synthetic and non-animal-derived: Being fully synthetic, TIGR® Matrix reduces the risk of rejection and infection, as it does not come from animal sources.
• Long-term absorbability: The mesh integrates into the body and is gradually absorbed, avoiding the need for surgical removal.
• Advanced biocompatibility: Designed to support healing, TIGR® Matrix provides support when needed and disappears when the tissue can support itself.
• Flexibility without compromising strength: Its non-twisted multifilament structure offers firm yet flexible support, adapting to surrounding tissue without rigidity.
• Macro porosity for better integration: The large pore design promotes tissue integration and blood vessel growth.
• Ready to use: TIGR® Matrix is ready for use in surgery without prior preparation, making it easy to handle and customize during procedures.
• Cost-effectiveness and efficiency: It offers an ideal balance between cost and efficacy, being a cost-effective option for various types of surgeries.

Applications in Breast and Abdominal Surgery

TIGR® Matrix is ideal for breast reconstruction, providing support to implants whether prepectoral or subpectoral. This mesh allows for faster recovery, less pain, and satisfactory aesthetic results, improving the quality of life for patients. In hernia repair and abdominal reinforcement, TIGR® Matrix offers strong and flexible support, reducing recurrences and facilitating predictable recovery thanks to its two-stage degradation pattern.

Applications in Breast Surgery (Breast Reconstruction)

1. Ideal for breast reconstruction: TIGR® Matrix is a mesh specifically designed for breast reconstruction, providing support and stabilization to the implant, whether placed over the pectoral muscle (prepectoral) or partially under it (subpectoral).
2. Less postoperative pain: In prepectoral reconstructions, TIGR® Matrix allows for faster and less painful recovery, as the implant is placed over the muscle, providing adequate coverage and support.
3. Satisfactory aesthetic results: Coverage with TIGR® Matrix facilitates immediate reconstruction after a mastectomy, improving patients’ quality of life with long-term aesthetic and functional results.

Applications in Abdominal Surgery (Hernia and Abdominal Wall Repair)

1. Strong abdominal support: TIGR® Matrix is ideal for hernia repair and abdominal wall reinforcement, providing a flexible but resistant structure that reduces the likelihood of recurrences.
2. Predictable degradation and prolonged support: The mesh follows a two-stage degradation pattern, ensuring that the abdominal tissue is adequately supported during the healing process and afterward as the mesh is absorbed by the body.
3. Reduction in complications: Thanks to its multifilament structure and macroporosity, TIGR® Matrix allows better tissue integration, reducing the risk of seromas and infections.

Clinical Evidence Supporting the Efficiency of TIGR® Matrix

TIGR® Matrix has been evaluated in clinical studies that highlight its efficiency compared to acellular dermal matrices (ADM). These studies have demonstrated its ability to reduce complications and provide optimal aesthetic and functional results in breast reconstructions and abdominal interventions.

Biological or Synthetic Mesh in Breast Reconstruction: What’s the Difference?

The body reacts differently to various materials. In a recent randomized controlled trial, TIGR Matrix was compared to an acellular dermal matrix (ADM) in immediate breast reconstruction with implants. Read the full article here:

First-year complications after immediate breast reconstruction with a biological and a synthetic mesh in the same patient: A randomized controlled study

What are the Advantages of Prepectoral Breast Reconstruction with Implants?

Breast reconstruction with implants is the method of choice in more than 80% of patients after a conservative mastectomy. This study of 200 breasts describes the prepectoral placement of implants with full coverage using TIGR Matrix — completely synthetic — or a porcine-derived acellular dermal matrix (ADM):

Prepectoral direct-to-implant breast reconstruction with complete ADM or synthetic mesh coverage – 36-Months follow-up in 200 reconstructed breasts

Nipple-Sparing Mastectomy + Immediate Implant Reconstruction + TIGR Matrix = Truth

Nipple-sparing mastectomy with immediate breast reconstruction is on the rise. TIGR Matrix is a valuable option in the submuscular setting when additional coverage of the lower and lateral poles is needed. Read about the results of 164 breast reconstructions here:

Immediate implant reconstruction using absorbable TIGR mesh after nipple-sparing mastectomy

Is Absorbable Synthetic Mesh a Viable Alternative to Acellular Dermal Matrices?

In implant-based breast reconstruction, full implant coverage has been the primary goal for surgeons to reduce the risk of implant exposure. This study investigated the use of TIGR Matrix as a valuable option compared to ADMs:

The Use of TIGR Matrix in Breast Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery

With clinical evidence supported by peer-reviewed studies, TIGR® Matrix is the trusted choice for surgeons worldwide. If you’re looking to improve patient outcomes and offer an innovative solution, TIGR® Matrix is the ideal choice. To discover more studies on TIGR® Matrix, you can visit: novusscientific.com/breast-reconstruction/

Interested in Trying TIGR® Matrix?

Contact UpViser today and join the professionals already transforming reconstructive surgery in Spain.

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• Email: info@upviser.es
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