Table 2. Biomaterials Options For Soft Tissue Repair.
| Natural | Synthetic |
|---|---|
| Autografts (rectus fascia, fascia lata, vaginal wall); | Absorbable: Polyglactic acid Permanent: |
| Allografts (cadaveric tissues, including dura mater, dermis, fascia lata); | Polytetrafluoroethylene; Polypropylene; Polyvinylidene fluoride; |
| Xenografts (porcine small intestinal submucosa, porcine dermis) | Silicone elastomers; Polyester |