Slug-inspired gel seals digestive tract fistulas in animal tests
Gastrointestinal fistulas are abnormal passages between the digestive tract and another organ or tissue. They are a common complication of surgery, trauma, inflammatory diseases and malignant tumors and can be life-threatening in severe cases.
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