"The Bard PerFix plug technique, recommended for the treatment of all primary and recurrent indirect and direct inguinal hernias, provides significant advantages over a conventional suture technique, requiring less overall dissection and is utilized in a complete ""tension-free""? repair technique. The result is increased patient comfort, fast rehabilitation, and fewer recurrences. The entire operation can take 25 minutes or less.* In addition, the technique offers significant time and cost-saving benefits. The tapered shape of the PerFix plug eases insertion into the hernia defect, while the pre-shaped onlay patch accommodates the anatomy of the inguinal canal. This ready-to-use plug design minimizes any need to tailor perioperatively. The entire operation takes less time from incision to dressing placement. Technical simplicity means general anesthesia is not required.Features and Benefits:* Patients have far less pain. * Virtually eliminates recurrence. * Constructed of same monofilament polypropylene.* PerFix plug remains invert in the presence of infection, and promotes tissue ingrowth.* Surgery with the Bard PerFix plug requires less operating and recovery time, procedures can be exceptionally cost-effective.* Size Small: 1.0"" x 1.35"" (2.5cm x 3.4cm).* Each PerFix plug comes with a standard size, pre-shaped onlay patch measuring 1.80"" (4.6cm) by 3.5"" (8.9cm)."