Collagen membrane
for guided regeneration
of osteochondral
defects
Double-layer collagen membrane
MeRG® is a two-layer membrane based on type I collagen obtained from equine
tendon, also available with a template for measuring the defect. MERG® is designed
to support the regeneration of focal cartilage lesions involving the subchondral bone.
It is used in combination with bone marrow stimulation techniques
(such as Steadman microfractures), creating an ideal environment for tissue healing and reconstruction.
PROPERTIES
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DOUBLE-LAYER
MEMBRANE
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COMPLETELY
RESORBABLE -
STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY
EVEN AFTER HYDRATION
THE BENEFITS
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BIOLOGICAL
CHAMBER -
SUPERCOAGULUM -
2 membranes in 1
WHEN TO USE
MeRG® is indicated for the treatment of:
- Grade III and IV focal cartilage lesions according to the Outerbridge classification, with subchondral bone involvement
- Defect size > 2 cm²
- Defect depth of 5–6 mm
1. Preparation of the chondral lesion.
2. Measurement with template and dry shaping of the membrane.
3. Hydration with sterile saline solution or bio-logical fluids for cell enrichment (PRP, bone marrow concentrate) for 1-2 minutes.
4. Positioning of the membrane over the lesion on which spinal cord stimulation techniques have previously been performed, with the rough side facing the defect.
Alternatively, fi-brin glue can also be applied inside the lesion before applying the membrane.
5. Fixation of the membrane by applying fibrin glue along the edges.
6. Apply light pressure to the membrane to im-prove adhesion.
Wait 1-2 minutes for the fibrin to polymerise.
Insights
Product range
MERG®
| BCG-merg | Collagen membrane – 1 pc. 50 x 50 x 0.2 mm + dima sterile |
| BCG-mergW | Collagen membrane – 1 pc. 50 x 50 x 0.2 mm |
| BCG-mergK | Collagen membrane – 1 pc. 30 x 30 x 0.2 mm + dima sterile |
| BCG-mergQ | Collagen membrane – 1 pc. 30 x 30 x 0.2 mm |
