Abstract: An apparatus for preparing a tissue graft comprises a cutting surface having a plurality of cutting edges arranged in an incision pattern, wherein the cutting surface is configured to prepare the tissue graft by incising at least part of the tissue graft according to the incision pattern, said incision pattern being configured to achieve expansion of at least part of the prepared graft.

Abstract: A surgical vaginal support (SVS) device for use with surgical treatment of pelvic organ prolapse has a substantially horse-shoe shape, including an arched member which is curved distally. A transverse support member connects opposing side portions of the arched member toward the proximal end thereof. A cross member connecting proximal ends of the arched member side portions may include a region of reduced thickness and/or a lobe for grasping during removal. The SVS device may be adapted for use with a tamponading accessory, which may be inflatable.

Abstract: A prosthetic device for supporting one or both of the anterior cervix and the anterior vaginal wall in a subject comprises a main body and a pair of flexible arms extending from the main body. At least part of the main body is adapted for attachment to the upper anterior vaginal wall, and the arms are configured for secure attachment to one or more stable body portions to suspendingly support the anterior cervix and anterior vaginal wall when in use.

Abstract: A splinting appliance for use in repair of the vaginal wall or uterus includes a body portion, securing means and coupling means. The body portion is shaped to support a substantially normal vaginal apex. The securing means is configured to enable removable securing of the splinting appliance within the vaginal canal. The coupling means enables the splinting appliance to releasably couple with a vaginal elevator device when inserted in the vaginal canal during surgery. Use of the vaginal elevator device when coupled with the splinting appliance aids in location of the vaginal apex. The splinting appliance provides a substantially rigid support which, when in use, facilitates manipulation of tissue at the vaginal wall when approaching through the abdomen e.g. for dissection and/or attachment of a repair graft.

Abstract: A vaginal wall which has been damaged by one or more prolapsed organs may be repaired by a surgical procedure including the steps of: (a) mobilizing the vaginal epithelium off of the underlying fascia of at least a portion of the damaged vaginal wall; (b) positioning a reinforcing material over the exposed fascia; (c) re-fixing the vaginal epithelium over the reinforcing material; and, thereafter, (d) locating an intra-vaginal splint into the vagina such that the splint supports the vaginal wall and prevents substantial movement and displacement of the reinforcing material.