Slug-Inspired Gel Successfully Seals Digestive Tract Fistulas in Animal Tests

This announcement reports on a new slug-inspired gel that has been tested in animals to seal gastrointestinal fistulas, which are abnormal passages between the digestive tract and other organs or tissues. These fistulas often result from surgery, trauma, inflammatory diseases, or tumors and can be life-threatening in severe cases. The development marks a potential advancement in treating this serious medical condition.

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