| abstract |
An implant ( 1 ) has an areal basic structure made from weft-knitted or warp-knitted fabric which has a greater extendability in a central area ( 3 ) than in the peripheral area ( 4 ) of the implant ( 1 ). The basic structure can be deformed in the central area ( 3 ) of the implant ( 1 ) to produce a projection ( 30 ) into the third dimension. The implant ( 1 ) preferably has a stiffening structure ( 22, 24 ) in the area of the free end ( 32 ) of the projection ( 30 ). The implant ( 1 ) is particularly suitable for treating hernias. |