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Cyanoacrylate tissue adhesive in securing orbital implants.

D T Tse

    Ophthalmic Surgery
    |September 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    Butyl-2-cyanoacrylate tissue adhesive offers a safe and effective alternative to traditional wiring for securing orbital implants in reconstructive surgery. This method shows no signs of general or local toxicity, proving valuable in orbital floor and roof repairs.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Plastic Surgery
    • Biomaterials Science

    Background:

    • Traditional methods for securing orbital implants, such as wiring, can be complex and carry risks.
    • Superior sulcus deformities and orbital floor blow-out fractures often require stable implant fixation for successful correction.

    Observation:

    • Butyl-2-cyanoacrylate (Histoacryl blue) tissue adhesive was utilized to affix orbital floor implants.
    • The adhesive was also employed in cases of autogenous orbital roof bone plate fixation.

    Findings:

    • The tissue adhesive demonstrated efficacy as a substitute for wiring in securing orbital implants.
    • No instances of general or local toxicity associated with the butyl-2-cyanoacrylate material were observed.

    Implications:

    • Butyl-2-cyanoacrylate presents a potentially simpler and safer technique for orbital implant fixation.
    • This adhesive may enhance patient outcomes in reconstructive surgery for orbital trauma and deformities.

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