Preferred Label : Activated Polyethylene Glycol/Polyethyleneimine-based Surgical Sealant;
NCIt synonyms : Adherus AutoSpray ET Dural Sealant; Adherus Dural In Situ Polymerizing Sealant; Adherus AutoSpray Dural Sealant; Adherus Dural Sealant;
NCIt definition : A surgical sealant composed of activated polyethylene glycol (PEG) and polyethyleneimine
(PEI) that can be used to seal tears in the dura during spinal surgery in order to
prevent cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) leakage. It may also minimize dural adhesions and
scarring by providing a protective shield between the dura and surrounding tissue.;
NCI Metathesaurus CUI : CL1642774;
Origin ID : C176991;
UMLS CUI : C5447542;
Semantic type(s)
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