A nurse in the Indian state of Karnataka has been suspended after she used super glue (Fevikwik) on a child's wound to put the skin back in its place. 

 

Fevikwik is a cyanoacrylate adhesive. The same product is sold in Pakistan under the brand name Elfy. It is a bonding agent used to join multiple surfaces including ceramics, plastics and even wood. It is also used in multiple industries. The adhesive is not to be used on human skin. 

 

On January 14, seven-year-old Gurukishan Appanna was brought to the Adoor Primary Health Center with a deep wound on his cheek. The parents filmed staff nurse Jyoti using glue to close the wound, telling them that she had done this many times to avoid scarring the face. 

 

 Once the parents submitted the video to the authorities, Jyoti was transferred to another institute. On Wednesday this week, she was finally suspended by authorities after discussions held during a meeting at the office of the state's Chief Secretary. 

 

A press release issued by state authorities has said that the child is in good health. However, he will continue to be monitored for adverse reactions to the super glue.