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Tissue Glue

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Updated December 01, 2007

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Definition: fibrin sealant made from heat-treated human blood components; used to hold tissue layers together during surgery, and to diminish post-operative bruising following surgery
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The use of tissue glue in surgery promotes faster healing and better tissue adhesion for the best possible surgical result.

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