DERMABOND ADVANCED™ is intended for topical application only to hold closed easily approximated skin edges of wounds from surgical incisions
including punctures from minimally invasive surgery
and simple
thoroughly cleansed
trauma-induced lacerations
DERMABOND ADVANCED™ may be used in conjunction with
but not in place of
deep dermal stitches
Unique formulation with an easy-to-use applicator for precise control on wide and fine line applications
DERMABOND ADVANCED™ has been shown in vitro to provide a microbial barrier that offers greater than 99% protection for 72 hours against the organisms most commonly associated with SSIs
When used with sutures
DERMABOND ADVANCED™ was shown ex vivo to add 75% more strength to the wound closure than sutures alone
Adhesive will slough off usually within 5 to 10 days
DERMABOND ADVANCED™ Adhesive is supplied sterile
in a pre-filled
single-use applicator
The pen style applicator consists of a crushable ampoule contained within a plastic applicator
The applicator is supplied in a blister package to maintain the sterility of the device until opened or damaged
