Application of Polypropylene Mesh Implants in Thoracic Surgery

Abstract

The widespread introduction of synthetic grafts into the clinical practice became possible after recent advances in fundamental sciences and production technologies. Now implants are in common use in angiosurgery, orthopedics, gynecology, abdominal and thoracic surgery. Most often, synthetic materials are used in mesh prostheses. The results of literature review demonstrate rapid development and advances of the polypropylene mesh implant techniques in thoracic surgery. The authors highlight the application of polypropylene mesh in the reconstruction of the chest wall, the creation of lung compression, closing the diaphragm defect. The main reason for mesh transplant use in thoracic surgery is an increase in the effectiveness of surgical treatment methods, elimination of the mechanism of respiratory problems and associated complications. The study of the biological properties of mesh implants and reparative processes can considerably expand opportunities and prospects for their further application in thoracic surgery, both in resection and plastic directions, and during collapse surgery. Combinations of various types of synthetic materials provide not only mechanical support in chest surgery, but also ensure good functional results of the organs.