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Dermabond wound closure in primary hip arthroplasty
Acta Orthopaedica Belgica, 10/01/08

Khurana A et al. - Cyanoacrylate glues have been used in various surgical specialties for primary wound closure or as a supplement to other methods. The authors assessed the overall results and safety of this technique following primary hip arthroplasty. This technique provides an immediate water tight seal in a sterile operative environment and provides a barrier to micro organisms. It has good tensile strength, aesthetic value and patient satisfaction.

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