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A New Way to Seal a Corneal Incision
Corneal incisions tend to be self-sealing, but in the event of leakage, sutures
have been the sole solution, until now. A new FDA-approved glue, ReSure
Sealant from Bedford, Mass.-based Ocular Therapeutix, consists of 2 liquids
that are mixed immediately before use and applied to the cornea with a
foam-tipped applicator. The resulting gel dissipates in a week and is dis-
persed by tears. While the FDA has approved surgical glues for use in other
parts of the body, ReSure Sealant is the first of its kind for ophthalmic use.
The company says it plans to conduct larger, post-approval trials to deter-
mine its incidence of adverse events.
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