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DERMABOND® is a liquid skin adhesive used by doctors to close wounds. It may not be appropriate for all wounds or skin surfaces such as eyes and mouth, or for people with certain skin sensitivities.

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Surgical Uses

Surgical Uses for DERMABOND®

For many types of surgery, DERMABOND® can help make that recovery easier and more comfortable.
These include:

  • OB/GYN surgeries, such as C-sections where excellent cosmetic outocomes are desired1, as well as the ability for new mothers to shower immediately and move about without the discomfort of staples or sutures.2,3
  • General surgeries, such as many abdominal surgeries, back surgeries, and routine surgeries of the face, neck, arms, and legs.2,4
  • Cardiovascular surgeries, that may involve incisions in the arm or leg as well as the chest.4
  • Cosmetic surgery, particularly facial incisions, on areas such as the eyelid and the nose where suture removal can be painful. No stitches means no "suture marks".5
  • Sports surgery, involving lacerations that may need immediate attention, to help players to return to the game.6
Where It Can Be Used2

DERMABOND® is ideal for:

  • Wounds in areas where skin is not being stretched or pulled.
  • Exterior, hair-free areas of the skin and areas not inside the mouth.
  • The face, but not too close to the eyes.

 

 

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  1. Blondeel PN, Murphy JW, Debrosse D, et al. Closure of long surgical incisions with a new formulation of 2-octylcyanoacrylate tissue adhesive versus commercially available methods. Am J Surg. 2004;188:307-313.
  2. Data on file. ETHICON, INC.
  3. Maw JL, Quinn JV Cyanoacrylate tissue adhesives. Amer J Cosmetic Surg. 1997;14:413-416.
  4. Hall LT, Bailes JE. Using DERMABOND® for wound closure in lumbar and cervical neurosurgical procedures. Neurosurgery. 2005;56(suppl 1):147-150.
  5. Toriumi DM, O′Grady K, Desai D, Bagal A. Use of octyl-2-cyanoacrylate for skin closure in facial plastic surgery. Plast Reconstr Surg. 1998;102:2209-2219.
  6. Branfield AS. Use of tissue adhesives in sport? A new application in international ice hockey. Br J Sports Med. 2004;38:95-96.
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