Doctors in Germany are going to investigate whether a specially designed surgical adhesive can improve the safety success rate of tummy tuck surgery.  A Pennsylvania based company called Cohera Medical has introduced TissuGlu®, a product that CEO Patrick Daly says “will ultimately help surgeons address a critical need and improve patient care.”

Sections of tissue that get separated during surgery are supposed to be bonded by the adhesive, a process said to reduce accumulation of fluid and thereby improve patient safety.  About 40 people are expected to enroll in clinical trials this November to ascertain the safety and efficacy of TissueGlu.

What is Abdominoplasty?

Abdominoplasty, also known as the tummy tuck, is a common cosmetic procedure designed to reduce the appearance of a protruding abdomen, whether it is due to weight fluctuations, pregnancy, or aging.  See our homepage to learn more about how Dr. Michael Leff performs tummy tuck surgery here in Bellevue, Washington.