In-vitro examination of the biocompatibility of fibroblast cell lines on alloplastic meshes and sterilized polyester mosquito mesh.

Our examination showed no significant difference with regard to biocompatibility between the officially approved and cost-intensive meshes and the sterilized (autoclaved) mosquito mesh. Due to the proven strength and stability of the mosquito mesh and their proven compatibility, the implantation of the sterilized mosquito mesh in additional in vivo studies must be considered. A wide-scale and cost-effective treatment of hernias could thus be guaranteed, not only in Third World countries.