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Methods for treating suturable wounds by use of sutures and cyanoacrylate adhesives

US5254132A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 1, 1992
Grant dateOct 19, 1993
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Expiry dateSep 1, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61B17/064
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Disclosed is a method for closing and covering suturable wounds under sterile conditions by using sutures or staples initially, in combination with cyanoacrylate adhesives as an adjunct covering and closure material.

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