New Bioglue Surgical Adhesive Invented
A new “bio-glue” — an experimental adhesive gel that is activated by a flash of light — has been proven to stop high-pressure bleeding in the hearts of pigs. Additional research confirming the safety of this product is needed before experiments can begin in humans, according to the authors of a study published Wednesday in the journal Nature Communications. Around the globe, more than 234 million surgeries are performed each year, the World Health Organization estimates.
Published Thursday, May 16, 2019 by ritesh seth
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