There is a new development in the medical world every day. Researches are constantly being carried out for the treatment of wounds and cuts, which are very important for health. Australian and American biomedical engineers have developed a surgical adhesive that closes skin and visceral cuts in 60 seconds without the need for staples or stitches. The adhesive, which has an ultra-elastic material, solidifies and stops bleeding in just 60 seconds when exposed to ultraviolet light.
IT WORKS AS A PATCH FOR ORGANS
This product, which is very important for the medical world, can act as a patch not only for wounds on the skin, but also for the lungs, heart and other organs thanks to its elastic structure. Gel-shaped adhesive; It quickly closes the cuts in the veins, heart and lungs without the need for stitches.
FITS THE SHAPE OF THE WOUND
Professor Anthony Weiss of the University of Sydney explained that the process is very similar to the silicone sealants used in bathroom and kitchen tiles. He added that the surgical adhesive MeTro acts like a liquid. Thus, it adapts to the shape of the wound and fills all the gaps.
READY TO TRY ON HUMAN
Nasim Annabi, one of the pioneers of the research; In an interview with American newspapers, he stated that the difference in the MeTro formulation is that it solidifies into a gel-like phase as soon as it comes into contact with tissue surfaces. Regarding the surgical glue that was successful on mice; biochemistry professor Tony Weiss states that the next step is clinical testing, and that they are ready to try the developed product on humans.