The dura mater is a tough, fibrous membrane that surrounds and protects the tissues of the brain and spinal cord. Dural repair is primarily performed for head and spinal injuries where a laceration has occurred to the dura, and for neurosurgical procedures in which the dura is required to be opened or removed to gain access to the bones or delicate tissues within. In both cases, effective dural closure is imperative to prevent cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage and permit proper and expeditious wound healing. Since CSF leaks often result in extra time and cost associated with patient care, dural repair performed with appropriate devices is integral for significant savings for surgeons and patients.

The full report suite on the global market for dural repair includes the allograft, xenograft and synthetic dural repair markets.