Skin Closure Surgery Tissue Adhesive

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output:Histoacryl® Topical Skin Adhesive, which has been approved by the FDA, is the preferred option for wound closure. It has been used in clinical settings for over 40 years and has been featured in over 1000 articles in international clinical journals.input:
output:Histoacryl®, made by B. Braun, is composed of n-Butyl-2 Cyanoacrylate. Histoacryl® and Histoacryl® Blue are the two formulations of this sterile, liquid topical skin adhesive. Histoacryl® is translucent, and Histoacryl® Blue contains a blue dye to facilitate viewing of the adhesive as it is applied. Upon exposure to water or water-containing substances, such as human tissue, Histoacryl® and Histoacryl® Blue polymerize in a matter of seconds. Histoacryl® and Histoacryl® Blue are packaged in 0.5 ml plastic ampoules for single-patient use.input:
output:The term "Histoacryl®" is used to refer to both the topical skin adhesive and the blue topical skin adhesive, unless otherwise specified, in all references to the brand on this website.