Method of reducing medical device related infections

Details Method of reducing medical device related infections Method of reducing medical device related infections

1993-03-23

1994-11-22

Isabella, David

Prosthesis (i.e., artificial body members), parts thereof, or ai

Implantable prosthesis

604265, A61F 202

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053665058

ABSTRACT:
The growth of microorganisms on catheters and other medical devices is inhibited by slime-inhibiting compounds. Slime-inhibiting compounds include salicylic acid and other NSAID.

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