Surgical Evaluation for Upper Extremity Lymphedema (BioBridge)

BioBridge Collagen Matrix (BioBridge) is a sterile implantable bio-compatible and biodegradable surgical mesh ribbon comprised of highly purified porcine collagen. The Class II device was cleared by CDRH Division of Surgical Devices on 8 January 2016 under 510(k) K151083. The device will be used for soft tissue surgical support at the time of vascularized lymph node transplant surgery (VLNT); the device will be used, specifically, for surgical support of the lymphatic component of the soft tissue.

Micro-surgical procedure for vascularized lymph node transfer (VLNT)