Use of tissue adhesives in the repair of lacerations in children

J Pediatr Surg. 1988 Apr;23(4):312-3. doi: 10.1016/s0022-3468(88)80195-7.

Abstract

During the last 5 years, over 1,500 minor lacerations in children were treated in the emergency room of Nahariya Regional Hospital, by the adhesive "Hystoacryl Blue," with gratifying results. The method, its advantages, and special precautions are described.

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Enbucrilate / analogs & derivatives*
  • Enbucrilate / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Tissue Adhesives / therapeutic use*
  • Wounds and Injuries / therapy*

Substances

  • Tissue Adhesives
  • Enbucrilate