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Abstract

A hernia prosthesis deployment device includes an elongated rod through which a drawstring extends forming a loop at the distal end. The size of the loop is controlled by pulling on an end of the drawstring extending from the proximal end of the rod. A plurality of independent segments are threaded onto the drawstring loop in bead-like fashion, such that when the loop is expanded, the loop with segments is flexible. When the loop is contracted, the segments force the loop into a planar configuration. A surgical patch is attached to the loop such that it can be folded and pushed into position in the body. Thereafter, the loop is contracted by pulling the drawstring forcing the loop and attached patch into a planar configuration to cover the defect to be repaired.

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