Glue beats stitches? new study tests faster circumcision recovery
NCT ID NCT06487494
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tested whether using a medical glue (2-octyl cyanoacrylate) with just a few stitches is as good as the usual method of continuous stitching for closing wounds after adult circumcision. Twenty men were randomly assigned to one of the two closure methods. Researchers measured pain, healing appearance, complications, and surgery time to see if the glue approach is a viable alternative.
What this could mean
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Active substance
2-octyl cyanoacrylate glue (a medical adhesive used to close wounds)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a faster, less painful option for wound closure after adult circumcision.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The glue might not hold as well as stitches, leading to more complications.
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Locations
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Men's Health Clinic Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3K 1M3, Canada