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  • drtowfigh

    Moderator
    September 21, 2017 at 12:44 pm

    Phasix is a new and very expensive product. Final clinical trials outcomes have not been shared yet.

    It’s an interesting idea, but there is no proof yet that scar tissue left behind is enough to prevent a recurrence. It may just delay the time at which you gain a recurrence. We will know more in 1-2 years.

    TIGR mesh has had some success in Europe. It is not widely available in the US.