Skin decontamination efficacy of sulfur mustard and VX in the pig model: A comparison between Fuller's earth and RSDL.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.cbi.2021.109393
Abstract: Skin decontamination following exposure to chemical agents is a most important component of the individual defense doctrine, removing the agent, ceasing its penetration and preventing secondary contamination of the first responders. The goal of the… read more here.
Keywords: sulfur mustard; efficacy; decontamination; fuller earth ... See more keywords
Comparative Efficacy of Reactive Skin Decontamination Lotion (RSDL): A Systematic Review.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.toxlet.2021.06.010
Abstract: Due to threats posed by Chemical Warfare Agents (CWAs) and accidents with Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs), the need for highly effective skin decontamination remains relevant. Reactive Skin Decontamination Lotion (RSDL), composed of Dekon 139 and… read more here.
Keywords: skin decontamination; decontamination lotion; reactive skin; efficacy ... See more keywords
A protein nanocomposite for ultra-fast, efficient and non-irritating skin decontamination of nerve agents.
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DOI: 10.1039/c9nr09015k
Abstract: In recent assassinations reported in London and Malaysia, nerve agents were used to cause death, by skin poisoning. Skin decontamination is the ultimate and most important defense against nerve agent poisoning, because no effective antidote… read more here.
Keywords: nerve agents; irritating skin; protein nanocomposite; decontamination ... See more keywords
Laser scanning microscopy for control of skin decontamination efficacy from airborne particulates using highly absorbent textile nanofiber material in combination with PEG‐12 dimethicone
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DOI: 10.1111/srt.12830
Abstract: The decontamination of the skin is indispensable if airborne particulate contaminants deposit on the skin surface. Skin washing can have adverse effects as by skin rubbing the particles can be transferred deeply into the hair… read more here.
Keywords: microscopy; decontamination; laser scanning; scanning microscopy ... See more keywords