title: A novel method of skin closure for aging or fragile skin.
abstract: A novel method of skin closure is detailed for surgical removal of tumors in patients with aging or thin and fragile skin. A polyethylene film with an acrylate adhesive was used as an adjunct to the dermis to help provide stability for suturing. Cases are presented with clinical photographs to demonstrate how this technique may prevent wound complications in elderly patients or those with fragile skin.
authors.affiliation: NCH Healthcare System, Naples, Florida, USA.
authors.forename: Morris J
authors.initials: MJ
authors.lastname: Lipnik
mesh_terms: D000179:Acrylates / Q000737:chemistry; D000269:Adhesives / Q000008:administration & dosage; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D020959:Polyethylene / Q000737:chemistry; D012867:Skin / Q000473:pathology*; D015595:Skin Aging; D012878:Skin Neoplasms / Q000601:surgery*; D013536:Suture Techniques
chemical_list: D000179:Acrylates; D000269:Adhesives; D020959:Polyethylene