Device typeNerve guide, synthetic polymer, bioabsorbable: An implantable device intended to be used 1) to create a tunnel through which a discontinuous peripheral nerve can regenerate to bridge the proximal and distal nerve ends, 2) to encase a nerve for protection to aid in repair [e.g., to prevent ingrowth of scar tissue], or 3) for capping the end of an amputated nerve to prevent the formation of a neuroma. It is made of bioabsorbable synthetic polymer(s) in the form of a solid tube or a gel which polymerises in situ, and is designed to be chemically degraded and absorbed via natural body processes. It is also known as a nerve sheath, nerve cuff, nerve protector, nerve conduit, nerve wrap, or nerve cap.
FDA categoryIn Situ Polymerizing Peripheral Nerve Repair Device
Device ID03760279380100
Catalog numberNCOCO2075
AvailabilityPrescription
Single useYes
SterileYes
MRI safetyMR Safe
Outer Diameter2.0 Millimeter
Length7.5 Millimeter