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An evaluation of wound closure tapes.

R L Moy1, M B Quan

  • 1Division of Dermatology, University of California, Los Angeles 90024.

The Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology
|August 1, 1990
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Wound closure tapes enhance wound healing. Adding Mastisol liquid adhesive significantly improved the adhesion of all tested tapes, with Steri-Strips showing the longest lasting adhesion.

Area of Science:

  • Wound Care and Medical Adhesives
  • Biomaterials Science

Background:

  • Wound closure tapes are utilized for wound tension reduction, closure, and post-suture reinforcement.
  • Assessing the adhesive properties of wound closure tapes is crucial for effective clinical application.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate and compare the adhesion of seven different wound closure tape brands.
  • To determine the effect of Mastisol liquid adhesive on the adhesiveness of these tapes.

Main Methods:

  • Adhesion testing of seven wound closure tape brands on volunteer forearms.
  • Application of a 225-gram weight to quantify adhesive duration.
  • Comparison of tape adhesion with and without the prior application of Mastisol.

Main Results:

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  • Mastisol significantly enhanced the adhesiveness of all seven tested wound closure tapes.
  • Steri-Strips, when used with Mastisol, demonstrated the longest duration of adhesion.
  • Proxi-Strip and Coverstrip II exhibited significant adhesion without Mastisol, unlike the other tapes.

Conclusions:

  • Mastisol is a valuable adjunct for improving the performance of most wound closure tapes.
  • The selection of wound closure tape may depend on whether Mastisol is used, with Proxi-Strip and Coverstrip II being viable options for use without additional adhesive.