‘Bone glue’ that heals fractures fast

Researchers at Zhejiang University in Hangzhou have developed a breakthrough medical adhesive called ‘Bone-02’, which can reportedly heal bone fractures in just minutes, instead of months.

The injectable “super glue” bonds broken bone fragments together in about three minutes and has already been tested in more than 150 clinical cases. One patient with a wrist fracture healed fully in three months after treatment, without the need for metal plates or additional surgery.

Inspired by the natural adhesive abilities of oysters, Bone-02 mimics how the shellfish attach to underwater surfaces. The material is biocompatible and naturally absorbed by the body, removing the need for a second........

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