Method and device for precise release of an antimicrobial agent

Details Method and device for precise release of an antimicrobial agent Method and device for precise release of an antimicrobial agent

1995-06-07

1998-03-31

Buiz, Michael Powell

Surgery

Means for introducing or removing material from body for...

Material introduced into and removed from body through...

604 85, 604203, 604905, A61M 100

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057332703

ABSTRACT:
An improved system and method for providing sterile connections. To this end, a device is provided comprising a body, a chamber defined, at least in part, by a portion of the body, the chamber including an interior having a solid sterilizing agent that can sublimate at ambient conditions, and a member that defines., in part, the chamber and is so constructed and arranged to allow the solid sterilizing agent to release in a rate controlled manner through the member.

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