VNEW® -
The Future of the Pelvic Floor Takes Shape
VNEW® is the latest innovation from ARMS Medical, setting new standards of patient care and advancing the field of pelvic floor surgery.
The first-of-it’s-kind decellularized dermal allograft shaped for the contours of female anatomy, VNEW harnesses the power of dCELL® Technology and the body’s processes to revolutionize pelvic floor repair, reconstruction and gender affirmation procedures.
Benefits of VNEW®
Precision and Efficiency
VNEW comes in two pre-cut shapes for anterior and posterior use, reducing surgery time by eliminating in-surgery adjustments.
Advanced Healing
Using dCELL® Technology, VNEW supports cell integration and natural tissue remodeling while minimizing the risk of immune rejection.
Versatility
Designed for pelvic floor conditions and gender affirmation surgeries, VNEW adapts to various surgical approaches, enhancing patient care.
Pioneering Synthetic-free Solutions for Women’s Pelvic Health
better tissue, better option
- Common Conditions Treated Using VNEW®
- Cystocele
Cystocele is a medical term that describes a condition where the bladder bulges into the front wall of the vagina. This happens when the muscles and tissues that support the bladder become weak or damaged. It can occur after childbirth or due to heavy lifting, obesity, or aging.
When a cystocele happens, a person might feel pressure or discomfort in the pelvic area, have trouble emptying the bladder completely, or notice a bulge in the vagina. It’s important to talk to a doctor if someone has these symptoms, as there are treatments available to help.
- Rectocele
Rectocele is a medical term that describes a condition where the rectum (the part of the intestines that stores stool) bulges into the back wall of the vagina. This happens when the muscles and tissues that support the rectum become weak or damaged, often due to childbirth, aging, or heavy lifting.
When someone has a rectocele, they might feel pressure or discomfort in the pelvic area. They may also have trouble with bowel movements or notice a bulge in the vagina. It’s important to talk to a doctor if these symptoms occur because there are treatments available to help.
- Synthetic Mesh Removal
Synthetic Mesh Removal is a surgery to take out mesh implants used to support organs like the bladder or rectum. Some people may need this procedure if they have problems like pain or infection from the mesh.
Doctors usually perform the removal by making an incision to access the mesh and carefully taking it out. They can use traditional surgery or minimally invasive techniques, depending on the situation.
- Enterocele
Enterocele is like a vaginal hernia. It happens when a part of the small intestine pushes into the space between the vagina and the rectum, creating a bulge. This occurs when the muscles and tissues that normally support these organs become weak or damaged, often due to childbirth, aging, or heavy lifting.
Just like a hernia in other parts of the body, an enterocele can cause discomfort, pressure in the pelvic area, or a noticeable bulge. If someone experiences these symptoms, it’s important to talk to a doctor because there are treatments available to help.
- Apical Prolapse
Apical Prolapse is a condition where the top part of the vagina (the apex) drops down because the supporting tissues and muscles have become weak or damaged. This can happen after childbirth, during menopause, or due to heavy lifting.
When someone has apical prolapse, they may feel pressure or discomfort in the pelvic area, have trouble with bladder or bowel control, or notice a bulge in the vagina. It’s important to talk to a doctor if these symptoms occur, as there are treatments available to help.
- Fistula
A fistula is a small tunnel that forms between two parts of the body that shouldn’t be connected, like between the bladder (which holds urine) and the vagina, or between the intestines (which carry stool) and the skin. This can happen due to injury, infection, or surgery.
If someone has a fistula, they might notice urine or stool leaking where it shouldn’t, or they may feel pain. It’s important to see a doctor if this happens, as there are treatments to help fix it.
- Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Prolapse occurs when the rectum (the part of the intestines where stool exits the body) slips out of its normal position and protrudes through the anus. This can happen when the muscles and tissues that support the rectum become weak, often due to factors like aging, chronic constipation, or straining during bowel movements.
How It Differs from Hemorrhoids: Unlike hemorrhoids, which are swollen blood vessels in the rectal area that can cause pain and bleeding, rectal prolapse involves the entire rectum coming out of the body. While both can cause discomfort and may appear similar, rectal prolapse is a more serious condition that may require surgery.
If someone has rectal prolapse, they might notice a bulge or swelling, especially during bowel movements. They may also experience discomfort, bleeding, or a feeling that something is not right. It’s important to see a doctor if these symptoms occur, as there are treatments available to help.
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) is a condition where a person leaks urine during activities that put pressure on the bladder, such as laughing, coughing, sneezing, or exercising. This happens when the muscles that control the bladder become weak or when the pelvic floor support is compromised, often due to factors like pregnancy, childbirth, aging, or obesity.
People with SUI may feel embarrassed or frustrated by these unexpected leaks. It’s important to talk to a doctor if these symptoms occur, as there are effective treatments available, including lifestyle changes, pelvic floor exercises, and surgical options.
- Complex Gender Procedures
Complex Gender Procedures involve various surgeries that assist individuals in transitioning to their identified gender. These may include surgeries such as breast augmentation, genital reconstruction, and facial feminization or masculinization.
Using Acellular Dermis (like VNEW): Acellular dermis is a type of tissue that can be used in surgeries to provide structural support. In gender-affirming surgeries, VNEW might be utilized as a graft in procedures like vaginal or penile reconstruction. Its properties may contribute to the surgical process and patient outcomes.
Overall, acellular dermis like VNEW can be an option considered in complex gender procedures, and its use can vary based on the specific needs of the patient and the surgical approach.
- Cervical Cancer
During Cervical cancer treatment, patients may experience changes in vaginal length and narrowing. Surgical procedures like hysterectomy can lead to a shorter vaginal canal and affect elasticity, while radiation therapy may cause scarring and tightness, resulting in a narrower vaginal opening. These changes can lead to discomfort and difficulties during intercourse.
VNEW, an acellular dermis product, may be used in surgical reconstruction to help address these issues by providing structural support and promoting healing. This could aid in restoring vaginal length and elasticity, improving comfort and sexual function for patients.
Pioneering Synthetic-free Solutions
for Women’s Pelvic Health
- Common Conditions Treated Using VNEW®
- Cystocele
Cystocele is a medical term that describes a condition where the bladder bulges into the front wall of the vagina. This happens when the muscles and tissues that support the bladder become weak or damaged. It can occur after childbirth or due to heavy lifting, obesity, or aging.
When a cystocele happens, a person might feel pressure or discomfort in the pelvic area, have trouble emptying the bladder completely, or notice a bulge in the vagina. It’s important to talk to a doctor if someone has these symptoms, as there are treatments available to help.
- Rectocele
Rectocele is a medical term that describes a condition where the rectum (the part of the intestines that stores stool) bulges into the back wall of the vagina. This happens when the muscles and tissues that support the rectum become weak or damaged, often due to childbirth, aging, or heavy lifting.
When someone has a rectocele, they might feel pressure or discomfort in the pelvic area. They may also have trouble with bowel movements or notice a bulge in the vagina. It’s important to talk to a doctor if these symptoms occur because there are treatments available to help.
- Synthetic Mesh Removal
Synthetic Mesh Removal is a surgery to take out mesh implants used to support organs like the bladder or rectum. Some people may need this procedure if they have problems like pain or infection from the mesh.
Doctors usually perform the removal by making an incision to access the mesh and carefully taking it out. They can use traditional surgery or minimally invasive techniques, depending on the situation.
- Enterocele
Enterocele is like a vaginal hernia. It happens when a part of the small intestine pushes into the space between the vagina and the rectum, creating a bulge. This occurs when the muscles and tissues that normally support these organs become weak or damaged, often due to childbirth, aging, or heavy lifting.
Just like a hernia in other parts of the body, an enterocele can cause discomfort, pressure in the pelvic area, or a noticeable bulge. If someone experiences these symptoms, it’s important to talk to a doctor because there are treatments available to help.
- Apical Prolapse
Apical Prolapse is a condition where the top part of the vagina (the apex) drops down because the supporting tissues and muscles have become weak or damaged. This can happen after childbirth, during menopause, or due to heavy lifting.
When someone has apical prolapse, they may feel pressure or discomfort in the pelvic area, have trouble with bladder or bowel control, or notice a bulge in the vagina. It’s important to talk to a doctor if these symptoms occur, as there are treatments available to help.
- Fistula
A fistula is a small tunnel that forms between two parts of the body that shouldn’t be connected, like between the bladder (which holds urine) and the vagina, or between the intestines (which carry stool) and the skin. This can happen due to injury, infection, or surgery.
If someone has a fistula, they might notice urine or stool leaking where it shouldn’t, or they may feel pain. It’s important to see a doctor if this happens, as there are treatments to help fix it.
- Rectal Prolapse
Rectal Prolapse occurs when the rectum (the part of the intestines where stool exits the body) slips out of its normal position and protrudes through the anus. This can happen when the muscles and tissues that support the rectum become weak, often due to factors like aging, chronic constipation, or straining during bowel movements.
How It Differs from Hemorrhoids: Unlike hemorrhoids, which are swollen blood vessels in the rectal area that can cause pain and bleeding, rectal prolapse involves the entire rectum coming out of the body. While both can cause discomfort and may appear similar, rectal prolapse is a more serious condition that may require surgery.
If someone has rectal prolapse, they might notice a bulge or swelling, especially during bowel movements. They may also experience discomfort, bleeding, or a feeling that something is not right. It’s important to see a doctor if these symptoms occur, as there are treatments available to help.
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) is a condition where a person leaks urine during activities that put pressure on the bladder, such as laughing, coughing, sneezing, or exercising. This happens when the muscles that control the bladder become weak or when the pelvic floor support is compromised, often due to factors like pregnancy, childbirth, aging, or obesity.
People with SUI may feel embarrassed or frustrated by these unexpected leaks. It’s important to talk to a doctor if these symptoms occur, as there are effective treatments available, including lifestyle changes, pelvic floor exercises, and surgical options.
- Complex Gender Procedures
Complex Gender Procedures involve various surgeries that assist individuals in transitioning to their identified gender. These may include surgeries such as breast augmentation, genital reconstruction, and facial feminization or masculinization.
Using Acellular Dermis (like VNEW): Acellular dermis is a type of tissue that can be used in surgeries to provide structural support. In gender-affirming surgeries, VNEW might be utilized as a graft in procedures like vaginal or penile reconstruction. Its properties may contribute to the surgical process and patient outcomes.
Overall, acellular dermis like VNEW can be an option considered in complex gender procedures, and its use can vary based on the specific needs of the patient and the surgical approach.
- Cervical Cancer
During Cervical cancer treatment, patients may experience changes in vaginal length and narrowing. Surgical procedures like hysterectomy can lead to a shorter vaginal canal and affect elasticity, while radiation therapy may cause scarring and tightness, resulting in a narrower vaginal opening. These changes can lead to discomfort and difficulties during intercourse.
VNEW, an acellular dermis product, may be used in surgical reconstruction to help address these issues by providing structural support and promoting healing. This could aid in restoring vaginal length and elasticity, improving comfort and sexual function for patients.
Advancing the Science with dCELL® Technology.
Study demonstrating the benefits of VNEW over Native Tissue
Study Design:
- 50 UK Medical Students
- (8) 5mm Punch Biopsies
- DermaPure® Integra Autograft open wound
- Weekly evaluation for six weeks
Study Outcomes:
