Inspired by a sticky substance spiders use to catch prey, MIT engineers designed a double-sided tape that can rapidly seal tissues together. This adhesive may eventually be used in place of surgical sutures or to implant medical devices.
Double-Sided Tape Could Replace Surgical Sutures - Tech Briefs
Engineers develop surgical “duct tape” as an alternative to
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Engineers Develop Surgical 'Duct Tape' as an Alternative to Sutures
Double-sided tape could replace surgical sutures
Double-Sided Tape Could Replace Surgical Sutures - Tech Briefs
Double-sided tape could replace surgical sutures
Double-sided tape for tissues could replace surgical sutures
Double-Sided Tape Could Replace Surgical Sutures - Tech Briefs
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