Abstract: An implant includes: a sinusoidal container that includes: a plurality of projections; a plurality of troughs; and a plurality of smooth interfaces, wherein a smooth interface is interposed between a projection and an adjacent trough for the plurality of projections, troughs, and interfaces to provide a smooth continuous transition between adjacent projections and troughs. A process for making an implant includes: forming a sinusoidal container from a polymer, the sinusoidal container including: a plurality of projections; a plurality of troughs; and a plurality of smooth interfaces, wherein a smooth interface is interposed between a projection and an adjacent trough for the plurality of projections, troughs, and interfaces to provide a smooth continuous transition between adjacent projections and troughs; and providing a filling tube attached to the sinusoidal container to make the implant.

Abstract: A morselizer comprising (a) a hollow cylindrical structure with an inner wall and an outer wall and comprising a first end section, a second end section, and a center section extending axially between the first end section and the second end section providing a substantially axial liquid pathway therein; (b) wherein each end section comprises a axially and radially hollow luer fitting that is attachable to a structure with a complementarily sized luer fitting; and (c) one or more blades extending transversally across the inner diameter of the center section wherein (i) each blade is comprised of a plurality of ends, including a posterior end secured to at least the center wall section inner wall at a center section inner wall first position and an anterior end proximal a center section inner wall second position opposite the center section inner wall first position, with a gap positioned between the blade anterior end and the center section inner wall second position, and (ii) at least two ends comprise cutti

Abstract: An arrangement includes: a plurality of mesh tubes arranged in parallel and extending along an axial direction, each mesh tube of the plurality of mesh tubes having a mesh tube length in the axial direction; and a first mesh sheet having a first surface. The plurality of mesh tubes is disposed on the first surface. The arrangement provides structural support to surrounding tissues upon placement of the arrangement into a human body.

Abstract: A morselizer has a first end section with an axially and radially hollow luer fitting, a second end section with an axially and radially hollow luer fitting, a housing juxtaposed therebetween, a channel extending axially between the first end section and the second end section and through the housing providing an axial liquid pathway therein, and at least one blade disposed within the housing. Each end of the morselizer is attachable to a structure with a complimentarily sized luer fitting. In an embodiment, the morselizer facilitates atraumatic resizing of material through axial liquid transfer, by transferring material from a first structure attached to the first end section, thence through the channel, where material is resized by the blade, and through the second end section to a second structure attached to the second end section. The resized material may be suitable for injection, such as through a fine needle.

Abstract: A lightweight reinforced mesh, such as a surgical mesh, suitable for use in various applications, including breast reconstruction, cosmetic breast surgery, mastopexy, breast augmentation, breast reduction, soft tissue reconstruction, hernia repair, tissue plication reinforcement, tissue support and repair, tendon support and repair, tissue engineering, and procedures or other applications requiring additional soft tissue strength or thickness. In addition, disclosed is a use of such a mesh for tissue engineering, regardless of the surgical application. In particular, the present disclosure relates to a surgical mesh capable of providing enhanced support while maintaining flexibility, low density, and absorbable characteristics. Further the present disclosure, focuses on reducing the material burden of a scaffold while increasing void space to facilitate tissue ingrowth.

Abstract: A morselizer comprising (a) a hollow cylindrical structure with an inner wall and an outer wall and comprising a first end section, a second end section, and a center section extending axially between the first end section and the second end section providing a substantially axial liquid pathway therein; (b) wherein each end section comprises a axially and radially hollow luer fitting that is attachable to a structure with a complementarily sized luer fitting; and (c) one or more blades extending transversally across the inner diameter of the center section wherein (i) each blade is comprised of a plurality of ends, including a posterior end secured to at least the center wall section inner wall at a center section inner wall first position and an anterior end proximal a center section inner wall second position opposite the center section inner wall first position, with a gap positioned between the blade anterior end and the center section inner wall second position, and (ii) at least two ends comprise cutti

Abstract: A morselizer comprising (a) a hollow cylindrical structure with an inner wall and an outer wall and comprising a first end section, a second end section, and a center section extending axially between the first end section and the second end section providing a substantially axial liquid pathway therein; (b) wherein each end section comprises a axially and radially hollow luer fitting that is attachable to a structure with a complementarily sized luer fitting; and (c) one or more blades extending transversally across the inner diameter of the center section wherein (i) each blade is comprised of a plurality of ends, including a posterior end secured to at least the center wall section inner wall at a center section inner wall first position and an anterior end proximal a center section inner wall second position opposite the center section inner wall first position, with a gap positioned between the blade anterior end and the center section inner wall second position, and (ii) at least two ends comprise cutti

Abstract: A breast implant comprising an outer shell that may be filled with saline or a double shell comprising two chambers, wherein the outer shell may be filled with silicone gel and the inner shell may be filled with saline. Alternatively, the single lumen saline chamber may contain several bubble shells disposed within the lumen to baffle the saline, giving the implant a more gel-like feel. The implant may be selectively filled with saline via a self-sealing valve located on the superior edge of the exterior surface of the outer shell. The valve is palpable but small enough so as not to bother the patient. The valve includes an injection port that provides access to the saline lumen so that the size of the shell is adjustable.

Abstract: A morselizer has a first end section with an axially and radially hollow luer fitting, a second end section with an axially and radially hollow luer fitting, a housing juxtaposed therebetween, a channel extending axially between the first end section and the second end section and through the housing providing an axial liquid pathway therein, and at least one blade disposed within the housing. Each end of the morselizer is attachable to a structure with a complimentarily sized luer fitting. In an embodiment, the morselizer facilitates atraumatic resizing of material through axial liquid transfer, by transferring material from a first structure attached to the first end section, thence through the channel, where material is resized by the blade, and through the second end section to a second structure attached to the second end section. The resized material may be suitable for injection, such as through a fine needle.

Abstract: A morselizer comprising (a) a hollow cylindrical structure with an inner wall and an outer wall and comprising a first end section, a second end section, and a center section extending axially between the first end section and the second end section providing a substantially axial liquid pathway therein; (b) wherein each end section comprises a axially and radially hollow luer fitting that is attachable to a structure with a complementarily sized luer fitting; and (c) one or more blades extending transversally across the inner diameter of the center section wherein (i) each blade is comprised of a plurality of ends, including a posterior end secured to at least the center wall section inner wall at a center section inner wall first position and an anterior end proximal a center section inner wall second position opposite the center section inner wall first position, with a gap positioned between the blade anterior end and the center section inner wall second position, and (ii) at least two ends comprise cutti

Abstract: An implant includes: a sinusoidal container that includes: a plurality of projections; a plurality of troughs; and a plurality of smooth interfaces, wherein a smooth interface is interposed between a projection and an adjacent trough for the plurality of projections, troughs, and interfaces to provide a smooth continuous transition between adjacent projections and troughs. A process for making an implant includes: forming a sinusoidal container from a polymer, the sinusoidal container including: a plurality of projections; a plurality of troughs; and a plurality of smooth interfaces, wherein a smooth interface is interposed between a projection and an adjacent trough for the plurality of projections, troughs, and interfaces to provide a smooth continuous transition between adjacent projections and troughs; and providing a filling tube attached to the sinusoidal container to make the implant.

Abstract: An implant includes: a sinusoidal container that includes: a plurality of projections; a plurality of troughs; and a plurality of smooth interfaces, wherein a smooth interface is interposed between a projection and an adjacent trough for the plurality of projections, troughs, and interfaces to provide a smooth continuous transition between adjacent projections and troughs. A process for making an implant includes: forming a sinusoidal container from a polymer, the sinusoidal container including: a plurality of projections; a plurality of troughs; and a plurality of smooth interfaces, wherein a smooth interface is interposed between a projection and an adjacent trough for the plurality of projections, troughs, and interfaces to provide a smooth continuous transition between adjacent projections and troughs; and providing a filling tube attached to the sinusoidal container to make the implant.

Abstract: A breast implant comprising an outer shell that may be filled with saline or a double shell comprising two chambers, wherein the outer shell may be filled with silicone gel and the inner shell may be filled with saline. Alternatively, the single lumen saline chamber may contain several bubble shells disposed within the lumen to baffle the saline, giving the implant a more gel-like feel. The implant may be selectively filled with saline via a self-sealing valve located on the superior edge of the exterior surface of the outer shell. The valve is palpable but small enough so as not to bother the patient. The valve includes an injection port that provides access to the saline lumen so that the size of the shell is adjustable.

Abstract: An implant includes: a sinusoidal container that includes: a plurality of projections; a plurality of troughs; and a plurality of smooth interfaces, wherein a smooth interface is interposed between a projection and an adjacent trough for the plurality of projections, troughs, and interfaces to provide a smooth continuous transition between adjacent projections and troughs. A process for making an implant includes: forming a sinusoidal container from a polymer, the sinusoidal container including: a plurality of projections; a plurality of troughs; and a plurality of smooth interfaces, wherein a smooth interface is interposed between a projection and an adjacent trough for the plurality of projections, troughs, and interfaces to provide a smooth continuous transition between adjacent projections and troughs; and providing a filling tube attached to the sinusoidal container to make the implant.

Abstract: A tissue expander comprising: an outer shell; a first open obloid shell disposed in the outer shell, the first open obloid shell comprising: a first annular face; a first outward face disposed opposing to the first annular face; and a first annular sidewall interposed between the first annular face and the first outward face to connect the first outward face to the first annular face; and a second open obloid shell disposed in the outer shell, the second open obloid shell comprising: a second annular face; a second outward face disposed opposing to the second annular face; and a second annular sidewall interposed between the second annular face and the second outward face to connect the second outward face to the second annular face, wherein the first open obloid shell and the second open obloid shell are stackingly arranged in the outer shell such that the first annular face opposes the second annular face.

Abstract: An implant includes a first container and a plurality of members disposed in the first container. The implant can be made by attaching a member to a second container disposed in the first container and inserting the second container in the first container. The implant can be used by disposing the implant into a subject and adjusting a volume of a fluid in the implant. Additionally, a tissue expander includes an outer container; and an inner container disposed in the outer container and comprising: a reticulated frame comprising a plurality of struts which interconnect; a void disposed between the struts in the reticulated frame; and a projection connected to the struts to cover the void.

Abstract: An implant includes a first container and a plurality of members disposed in the first container. The implant can be made by attaching a member to a second container disposed in the first container and inserting the second container in the first container. The implant can be used by disposing the implant into a subject and adjusting a volume of a fluid in the implant.

Abstract: A composite implant includes a mesh scaffold having a biologically-active material configured to contact biological tissue and blood vessels; a resin disposed on the mesh scaffold; and a channel in the mesh which is configured to receive growth of the biological tissue and blood vessels, wherein the resin is biocompatible and non-absorbable. A process for preparing the composite implant includes disposing a plurality of layers of biologically-active material as an array; contacting the plurality of layers with a resin; and hardening the resin to form the composite implant. A process of using the composite implant includes implanting the composite implant into a subject, wherein the implant comprises: a mesh comprising a biologically-active material configured to contact biological tissue and blood vessels; a resin disposed on the mesh; and a channel in the mesh which is configured to receive growth of the biological tissue and blood vessels.

Abstract: A fabric for use in the human body composed of non-absorbable micro diameter threads contained in absorbable materials, such that over time the absorbable material dissolves or is absorbed by the body and the non-absorbable micro diameter threads cause the body to create a collagen scaffold transferring load from the absorbable material to the collagen scaffold. The fabric can be coated or impregnated with materials to reduce infection, provide tissue growth, reduce scar tissue or other medical purpose. Threads of non-absorbable material can be coated with absorbable material to create a fabric.

Abstract: An implant includes a biocompatible framework material and a biologically-active material. The biologically-active material is embedded in the biocompatible framework material, and a portion of the biologically-active material is exposed to the outside of the implant.