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TissueDB/Materials/Cigarette Paper

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Packet of cigarette rolling papers
Vintage packet of cigarette (rolling) papers — thin paper used to simulate friable neonatal bowel tissue in medical simulation. Image: CC0 by Alf van Beem, via Wikimedia Commons.
License: CC0-1.0 by Alf van Beem

Cigarette paper is a thin, lightweight, semi-translucent paper. It is delicate and friable, and becomes soft and pliable when moistened — properties that let it stand in for thin, fragile tissue in medical simulation.

Tissues

Tissue Visual Tactile Simulator Notes
Neonatal bowel Neonatal Enterocutaneous Anastomosis Simulator A pair of cigarettes is the entire model. The thin cigarette paper, especially when moistened, stands in for the fragile bowel tissue of a neonate for gentle-tissue-handling practice, and one pair accommodates about four sutures.





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At a Glance

Overview

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Synonyms

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  • Common names: Rolling paper, cigarette rolling paper
  • Trade names: Rizla, RAW, OCB, Zig-Zag, Elements
  • Regional names: Papel de fumar (Spanish), Papier à rouler (French), Papel de enrolar (Portuguese), ورق لفائف (Arabic), 卷烟纸 (Chinese)
  • Forms: Single-width rolling paper, king-size rolling paper, rice paper, hemp paper, ultra-thin paper
  • Chemical/Technical terms: Thin cellulose-based wrapping paper, combustible paper substrate


Background

Clinical Context for Simulation

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Processing & Preparation

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Safety Considerations

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Created March 9, 2026 by Arturo Pelayo
Last edit July 27, 2026 by Arturo Pelayo
Cite as Arturopelayo (2026). "TissueDB/Materials/Cigarette Paper". Appropedia. Retrieved July 31, 2026.
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