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.

<p>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.</p>