Davis and Geek has introduced a blue tissue adhesive, Histoacryl, for use as a gentle alternative to stitches for children who need treatment for minor skin wounds. The company says that accident and emergency departments have found it provides an excellent alternative to sutures because there is no need for an anaesthetic nor a return visit to have the stitches removed. It takes away some of the trauma for the young patients and parents as well as the staff who treat them.