Preparation of a skin surface for a surgical procedure

Details Preparation of a skin surface for a surgical procedure Preparation of a skin surface for a surgical procedure

1993-08-27

1996-08-20

Gibson, Sharon

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Topical body preparation containing solid synthetic organic...

Skin cosmetic coating

424 7802, 424 7806, 424 7807, A41D 1310, A41D 1900

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055476627

ABSTRACT:
A film forming composition for preparation of a skin surface as a surgical site includes a film forming material and a antimicrobial agent soluble in a fugitive solvent. The composition when applied to the skin surface forms a substantially water insoluble, substantially tack-free flexible film adherent to the skin surface. The film is capable of releasably retaining the antimicrobial agent to substantially inhibit microbial growth on the skin surface. The film releases sufficient antimicrobial agent to substantially eliminate the microorganisms normally present on the skin surface to prepare the surface for the procedure and continues to release the antimicrobial agent during the procedure and subsequent wound healing. A preferred embodiment of the composition includes at least one compound for providing a first color indicative of the skin surface area covered by the composition and develops a second color upon the substantial elimination of the fugitive solvent indicating that the site is ready. A method for use of the composition to prepare a skin surface for a surgical procedure includes providing the composition, observing the first color for indicating the skin area covered and the second color indicating that the fugitive solvent has substantially evaporated. A single use kit for preparing a skin surface for a surgical procedure includes a non-resealable unit container of the film forming composition and an applicator in a non-resealable package.

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