TELA Bio Announces U.S. Commercial Launch of OviTex® PRS Long-Term Resorbable for Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

New addition expands reconstruction options for surgeons and patients

MALVERN, Pa., Aug. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — TELA Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: TELA), a commercial-stage medical technology company focused on providing innovative soft-tissue reconstruction solutions that optimize clinical outcomes by prioritizing the preservation and restoration of the patient’s own anatomy, today announced the launch of their OviTex PRS Long-Term Resorbable product. OviTex PRS Long-Term Resorbable is intended for implantation to reinforce soft tissue where weakness exists in patients requiring soft tissue repair or reinforcement in plastic and reconstructive surgery. The device is supplied sterile and is intended for one time use.

OviTex PRS Long-Term Resorbable supplements the Company’s existing OviTex PRS portfolio, which includes OviTex PRS Permanent and OviTex PRS Short-Term Resorbable configurations. The OviTex PRS portfolio is designed to improve outcomes by facilitating functional tissue remodeling while controlling the degree and direction of stretch. OviTex PRS Long-Term Resorbable enhances the OviTex PRS portfolio with specific design features, including bi-directional stretch and a fully resorbable, long-term polymer for reinforcement.

“We are excited to offer expanded clinical utility of the OviTex PRS portfolio to surgeons and patients in plastic and reconstructive surgery,” said Antony Koblish, President and CEO of TELA Bio. “OviTex PRS Long-Term Resorbable is an important addition to the portfolio as it will allow surgeons to address clinical indications that require longer term reinforcement while avoiding the use of permanent materials.”   

With 6,800+ implantations at over 400 healthcare facilities, OviTex PRS is the only biologic reinforced with interwoven polymer sutures designed specifically for plastic and reconstructive surgery. This next-generation reinforced biologic is purposefully designed for consistency in stretch, permeability, and handling while facilitating functional remodeling. The OviTex PRS portfolio provides multiple resorption, stretch, and shape offerings to meet the unique needs of each patient.

“The OviTex PRS portfolio provides surgeons with an innovative and effective platform for soft-tissue reconstruction,” said Dr. Howard Langstein, MD, Professor of Plastic Surgery University of Rochester Medical Center. “My experience with OviTex PRS has been very positive and the addition of a long-term resorbable reinforcement option further expands the treatment options for my patients.”

To learn more, visit www.ovitexprs.com .

About TELA Bio, Inc.
TELA Bio, Inc. (NASDAQ: TELA) is a commercial-stage medical technology company focused on providing innovative technologies that optimize clinical outcomes by prioritizing the preservation and restoration of the patient’s own anatomy. The Company is committed to providing surgeons with advanced, economically effective soft-tissue reconstruction solutions that leverage the patient’s natural healing response while minimizing long-term exposure to permanent synthetic materials. For more information, visit www.telabio.com.

About OviTex PRS
OviTex PRS Reinforced Tissue Matrix is intended for implantation to reinforce soft tissue where weakness exists in patients requiring soft tissue repair or reinforcement in plastic and reconstructive surgery. The device is supplied sterile and is intended for one-time use.

Do not use OviTex PRS in patients with a known sensitivity to materials of ovine (sheep) origin. For prescription use only. For additional important safety information, please see the OviTex PRS Instructions for Use.

Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
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