How CVS's Kit Closes Wounds Without Stitches

Clozex Medical, Inc., based in Franklin, Massachusetts, has developed a breakthrough in wound closure technology. Their FDA-cleared Clozex® skin closure device—using patented Interlaced Locking Technology—replaces sutures and staples with a fast, painless option for surgical incisions and lacerations. This innovation delivers clinical-grade results without the need for stitches or glue. 

What Is Clozex & How It Works

The Clozex® closure is a sterile strip made from medical-grade polyurethane, polyester, and acrylic. As a non-invasive skin closure device, it aligns skin edges precisely in three dimensions using an interlaced design. The closure works with a simple pulling motion, gently drawing wound edges together. It’s clinically proven to close wounds up to twice as fast as suturing—and reduces scarring and infection risk.

Available in sizes ranging from 15 mm to 100 mm, Clozex is ideal for closing straight or angled wounds and is packaged for both emergency responders and home use.

Why It Matters

Faster Healing, Less Trauma

Clozex eliminates need for needles and surgical skill. It cuts closure time significantly—making it especially beneficial in field settings, ERs, and urgent care clinics.

Improved Cosmetic Outcomes

Because it distributes tension evenly across the wound, Clozex minimizes track marks and scarring. It’s comfortable for patients, especially children and the elderly.

Cost-Efficient & Safe

No anesthesia, suture kit, or removal appointment is needed. This reduces both healthcare costs and infection exposure risks, particularly valuable during high-demand periods like the pandemic.

Applications & Availability

• Surgical Use: Used in operating rooms and post-op care at major healthcare centers.

• Emergency & Field Use: Designed for first responders and personal use kits—available over the counter and through retailers like CVS.

• Personal & Pediatric Use: Particularly useful for parents, athletes, and remote environments.

Manufacturer Background

Founded in 2018 and headquartered in Franklin, Massachusetts, Clozex Medical is led by former surgical professionals working to transform wound closure with their patent-protected technology.