Supramolecular Metallo-Bioadhesive for Minimally Invasive Use.

Hong, Seonki; Pirovich, David; Kilcoyne, Aoife; Huang, Chen-Han; Lee, Hakho; Weissleder, Ralph · Adv Mater · 2016

basic_science · Level V

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Abstract

A novel metallo-bioadhesive to be used as tissue sealant in minimally invasive procedures is reported. Metal complexation can be used to render gelatin derivatives adhesive, which occurs in minutes, is efficient, and fully biodegradable within weeks.

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