OviTex® Core F10244-1020PRecalls & reported problems
Aroa Biosurgery Limited · The OviTex® Reinforced Tissue Matrix Device is a sterile reinforced matrix device comprised of non-dermal sourced layers of extracellular matrix (ECM) (ovine (sheep) derived ECM), paired with a minimal suture footprint. OviTex Reinforced Tissue Matrix Device provides an alternative device solution to permanent synthetic, resorbable/bioabsorbable synthetic, and biologic meshes. The device remodels and helps regenerate tissue while reinforcing the repair and providing structural support. Reinforced tissue matrices enhance performance while maintaining compatibility with the body. The OviTex Reinforced Tissue Matrix Device is used for hernia repair and abdominal wall reconstruction. · Class 2 · Implant
Data updated Oct 18, 2026 from official FDA records · Editorial policy
- Adverse event reports
- 10
- Deaths reported
- 0
- Injuries reported
- 10
- Recalls naming it
- 0
Summary
The FDA's MAUDE database contains 10 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 09421904065031), received between Jun 24, 2020 and Apr 13, 2023 — classified as 10 injuries.
The most frequently reported specific device problem is “Insufficient Device Problem Information” (2 reports).
Reports come from manufacturers, hospitals and patients and are not verified by the FDA. A report does not prove the device caused the event, and counts can't be used to compare devices or estimate failure rates. What reports can and can't tell you · How this data works · Data updated Oct 18, 2026.
Most reported problems
Device problems
- Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem4
- No Apparent Adverse Event4
- Insufficient Device Problem Information2
Patient problems
- Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available4
- Hernia4
- Pain2
Recent adverse event reports
The 10 most recent of 10 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.
InjuryApr 13, 2023Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
IT WAS REPORTED THAT A PATIENT EXPERIENCED A HERNIA RECURRENCE APPROXIMATELY 18 MONTHS AFTER RECURRENT VENTRAL HERNIA REPAIR WITH OVITEX. UPON RE-OPERATION IT WAS NOTED THAT THE DEVICE APPEARED TO HAVE TORN AWAY FROM THE SUTURE FIXATION ON THE PERIMETER OF THE DEVICE.
Patient problems: Hernia
MAUDE report 16731090 ↗InjurySep 26, 2022No Apparent Adverse Event; No Apparent Adverse Event
A SURGEON REPORTED FOUR SEPARATE INDIRECT INGUINAL HERNIA RECURRENCES AFTER INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR WITH OVITEX CORE. ALL RECURRENCES WERE ADRESSED VIA A SECOND REPAIR OPERATION. THIS IS ONE OF THESE FOUR REPORTS.
Patient problems: Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available
MAUDE report 15489505 ↗InjurySep 26, 2022No Apparent Adverse Event; No Apparent Adverse Event
A SURGEON REPORTED FOUR SEPARATE INDIRECT INGUINAL HERNIA RECURRENCES AFTER INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR WITH OVITEX CORE. ALL RECURRENCES WERE ADRESSED VIA A SECOND REPAIR OPERATION. THIS IS ONE OF THESE FOUR REPORTS.
Patient problems: Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available
MAUDE report 15489487 ↗InjurySep 26, 2022No Apparent Adverse Event; No Apparent Adverse Event
A SURGEON REPORTED FOUR SEPARATE INDIRECT INGUINAL HERNIA RECURRENCES AFTER INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR WITH OVITEX CORE. ALL RECURRENCES WERE ADDRESSED VIA A SECOND REPAIR OPERATION. THIS IS ONE OF THESE FOUR REPORTS.
Patient problems: Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available
MAUDE report 15489429 ↗InjurySep 26, 2022No Apparent Adverse Event; No Apparent Adverse Event
A SURGEON REPORTED FOUR SEPARATE INDIRECT INGUINAL HERNIA RECURRENCES AFTER INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR WITH OVITEX CORE. ALL RECURRENCES WERE ADDRESSED VIA A SECOND REPAIR OPERATION. THIS IS ONE OF THESE FOUR REPORTS.
Patient problems: Appropriate Clinical Signs, Symptoms and Conditions Term/Code Not Available
MAUDE report 15489352 ↗InjurySep 24, 2022Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
A SURGEON REPORTED FOUR SEPARATE INDIRECT INGUINAL HERNIA RECURRENCES AFTER INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR WITH OVITEX CORE. ALL RECURRENCES WERE ADRESSED VIA A SECOND REPAIR OPERATION. THIS IS ONE OF THESE FOUR REPORTS.
Patient problems: Hernia
MAUDE report 15481515 ↗InjurySep 24, 2022Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
A SURGEON REPORTED FOUR SEPARATE INDIRECT INGUINAL HERNIA RECURRENCES AFTER INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR WITH OVITEX CORE. ALL RECURRENCES WERE ADDRESSED VIA A SECOND REPAIR OPERATION. THIS IS ONE OF THESE FOUR REPORTS.
Patient problems: Hernia
MAUDE report 15481514 ↗InjurySep 24, 2022Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem
A SURGEON REPORTED FOUR SEPARATE INDIRECT INGUINAL HERNIA RECURRENCES AFTER INGUINAL HERNIA REPAIR WITH OVITEX CORE. ALL RECURRENCES WERE ADRESSED VIA A SECOND REPAIR OPERATION. THIS IS ONE OF THESE FOUR REPORTS.
Patient problems: Hernia
MAUDE report 15481512 ↗InjuryJun 24, 2020Insufficient Device Problem Information; Insufficient Device Problem Information
IT WAS REPORTED THAT A PATIENT EXPERIENCED A POTENTIAL "REACTION" TO AN OVITEX P MESH IMPLANTED ON (B)(6) 2019. IT WAS REMOVED ON (B)(6) 2020.
Patient problems: Pain
MAUDE report 10192611 ↗InjuryJun 24, 2020Insufficient Device Problem Information; Insufficient Device Problem Information
IT WAS REPORTED THAT A PATIENT EXPERIENCED A POTENTIAL "REACTION" TO AN OVITEX P MESH IMPLANTED ON (B)(6) 2019. IT WAS REMOVED ON (B)(6) 2020.
Patient problems: Pain
MAUDE report 10189578 ↗
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Sources and updates
- Device record: FDA GUDID, file dated Oct 13, 2026 · View this device in AccessGUDID ↗
- Adverse event reports: FDA MAUDE, file dated Oct 14, 2026 · each report above links to its original FDA record
- Recalls: FDA Medical Device Recalls, file dated Oct 16, 2026
- Page last rebuilt: Oct 18, 2026. Data downloaded through openFDA, which notes it is not validated for clinical or regulatory use.
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