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Tech in Surgery Prep / Unit 20   TSC 495 short lesson, about 20 seconds

Surgical Skin Glue

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The idea

Surgical skin glue is a sterile adhesive that can close skin edges in place of sutures or staples.

In practice

It holds the edges together so the wound heals by primary intention, and it is chosen by the surgeon for suitable wounds.

Where people slip

Glue needs a dry, well-aligned wound edge, so it is applied only when the surgeon is ready.

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