 The inclusion criteria were age 18-75 years,presence of a partial thickness laceration, generally good health without systemic abnormalities,agreement to return for a 14-day follow-up, and written informed consent. The exclusion criteria were previous diagnosis of diabetes mellitus, peripheral vascular disease, or bleeding disorders; history of keloid formation or scar hypertrophy; and allergy to cyanoacrylate compounds or formaldehyde 