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OviTex® LPR F10244-1218LRecalls & 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
8
Deaths reported
0
Injuries reported
8
Recalls naming it
0

Summary

The FDA's MAUDE database contains 8 adverse event reports that list this exact device (DI 09421904065796), received between May 24, 2023 and Jul 15, 2026 — classified as 8 injuries.

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.

Reports received per month

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Last 36 months. The most recent month may be incomplete.

Most reported problems

Device problems

  • Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem8

Patient problems

  • Seroma4
  • Abdominal Pain2
  • Adhesion(s)2
  • Hernia2
  • Obstruction/Occlusion2

Recent adverse event reports

The 8 most recent of 8 reports, in the reporter's own words as published by the FDA.

  • InjuryJul 15, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED BY A UNITED KINGDOM BASED SURGEON THAT A PATIENT UNDERWENT A ROBOTIC PERINEAL HERNIA REPAIR ON (B)(6) 2026 WITH OVITEX LPR PLACED ON TOP OF THE BLADDER. THE PATIENT WAS DISCHARGED AT THE END OF (B)(6). THE PATIENT WAS RE-ADMITTED TO THE LOCAL HOSPITAL WITH A BOWEL OBSTRUCTION AND UNDERWENT RE-OPERATION ON (B)(6) 2026 WHERE ADHESIONS TO THE BOWEL WERE NOTED. BOWEL RESECTIONS WERE PERFORMED AS NEEDED TO ADDRESS THE ADHESIONS.

    Patient problems: Adhesion(s); Obstruction/Occlusion

    MAUDE report 25834235 ↗
  • InjuryJul 15, 2026Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED BY A UNITED KINGDOM BASED SURGEON THAT A PATIENT UNDERWENT A ROBOTIC PERINEAL HERNIA REPAIR ON (B)(6) 2026 WITH OVITEX LPR PLACED ON TOP OF THE BLADDER. THE PATIENT WAS DISCHARGED AT THE END OF MAY. THE PATIENT WAS RE-ADMITTED TO THE LOCAL HOSPITAL WITH A BOWEL OBSTRUCTION AND UNDERWENT RE-OPERATION ON (B)(6) 2026 WHERE ADHESIONS TO THE BOWEL WERE NOTED. BOWEL RESECTIONS WERE PERFORMED AS NEEDED TO ADDRESS THE ADHESIONS.

    Patient problems: Adhesion(s); Obstruction/Occlusion

    MAUDE report 25829028 ↗
  • InjuryMar 21, 2024Adverse 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 14 MONTHS AFTER VENTRAL/INCISIONAL HERNIA REPAIR. THE PATIENT UNDERWENT REOPERATION TO REPAIR THE HERNIA RECURRENCE AND TO REMOVE THE ORIGINALLY IMPLANTED DEVICE.

    Patient problems: Hernia

    MAUDE report 18956630 ↗
  • InjuryMar 18, 2024Adverse 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 14 MONTHS AFTER VENTRAL/INCISIONAL HERNIA REPAIR. THE PATIENT UNDERWENT REOPERATION TO REPAIR THE HERNIA RECURRENCE AND TO REMOVE THE ORIGINALLY IMPLANTED DEVICE.

    Patient problems: Hernia

    MAUDE report 18924819 ↗
  • InjuryDec 28, 2023Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT A PATIENT COMPLAINED OF POST OPERATIVE PAIN AFTER VENTRAL/INCISIONAL HERNIA REPAIR WITH OVITEX LPR. AFTER MEDICATION DID NOT RESOLVE THE ISSUE, AN EXPLORATORY OPERATION WAS PERFORMED. UPON REOPERATION, FLUID COLLECTION WAS NOTED; FURTHER, ADHESIONS WERE NOTED THAT WERE EASILY FREED WITH BLUNT DISSECTION. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED AND REPLACED WITH AN ALTERNATIVE REINFORCEMENT MATERIAL.

    Patient problems: Abdominal Pain; Seroma

    MAUDE report 18412305 ↗
  • InjuryDec 22, 2023Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT A PATIENT COMPLAINED OF POST OPERATIVE PAIN AFTER VENTRAL/INCISIONAL HERNIA REPAIR WITH OVITEX LPR. AFTER MEDICATION DID NOT RESOLVE THE ISSUE, AN EXPLORATORY OPERATION WAS PERFORMED. UPON REOPERATION, FLUID COLLECTION WAS NOTED; FURTHER, ADHESIONS WERE NOTED THAT WERE EASILY FREED WITH BLUNT DISSECTION. THE DEVICE WAS REMOVED AND REPLACED WITH AN ALTERNATIVE REINFORCEMENT MATERIAL.

    Patient problems: Abdominal Pain; Seroma

    MAUDE report 18384533 ↗
  • InjuryMay 28, 2023Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT A PATIENT EXPERIENCED PERSISTENT DRAINAGE AFTER THE USE OF THE OVITEX LPR IN ROBOTIC VENTRAL HERNIA REPAIR. THE SURGEON RE-OPERATED TO ASSESS THE SURGICAL SITE. UPON SITE ASSESSMENT IT APPEARED THAT THE DEVICE HAD PARTIALLY INTEGRATED. NON-INTEGRATED PORTIONS OF THE DEVICE WERE REMOVED AND THE PATIENT WAS CLOSED.

    Patient problems: Seroma

    MAUDE report 17016133 ↗
  • InjuryMay 24, 2023Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem; Adverse Event Without Identified Device or Use Problem

    IT WAS REPORTED THAT A PATIENT EXPERIENCED PERSISTENT DRAINAGE AFTER THE USE OF OVITEX LPR IN ROBOTIC VENTRAL HERNIA REPAIR. THE SURGEON RE-OPERATED TO ASSESS THE SURGICAL SITE. UPON SITE ASSESSMENT IT APPEARED THAT THE DEVICE HAD PARTIALLY INTEGRATED. NON-INTEGRATED PORTIONS OF THE DEVICE WERE REMOVED AND THE PATIENT CLOSED.

    Patient problems: Seroma

    MAUDE report 16997010 ↗

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