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Posted: Thu Feb 22, 2024 8:22 pm
3D-printable tissue adhesive sets a new standard in biomedical technology
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by Tejasri Gururaj , Medical Xpress
https://medicalxpress.com/news/2024-02- ... ndard.html
by Tejasri Gururaj , Medical Xpress
Researchers from MIT have developed a 3D-printable tissue adhesive that demonstrates superior tissue adhesion, rapid sealing capabilities across various surgical scenarios and a unique blood-repelling feature. The technology holds immense potential for revolutionizing wound care and biomedical device applications.
The research has been published in Nature Communications.
Tissue adhesives provide alternatives to traditional wound closure methods like sutures and staples, offering advantages such as reduced tissue trauma, quicker application, and potentially minimized scarring.
Despite the effectiveness of traditional adhesives, their time-consuming, skill-dependent application and patient discomfort have prompted the quest for innovative solutions.
For instance, they might be less effective in sealing irregularly shaped or highly mobile tissues. Moreover, the application of traditional adhesives can be labor intensive, leading to extended surgical times. Additionally, these methods may cause tissue damage, and the materials themselves might not always integrate seamlessly with the body.
Innovations in tissue adhesives aim to overcome these drawbacks by providing more versatile, efficient, and patient-friendly solutions. The development of 3D printable tissue adhesives, as showcased in the MIT research, introduces a new dimension to wound closure and tissue repair.