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Wound treatment apparatus and method

US8267884B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateOct 9, 2006
Grant dateSep 18, 2012
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Expiry dateJul 12, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2/14
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

Apparatuses and methods for treating wounds are disclosed. An apparatus for treating wounds is disclosed comprising an instrument for generating a low temperature, atmospheric pressure plasma, a means of flowing gas through the instrument, and a means of contacting the wound with the reactive gases flowing out of the instrument. A method for treating wounds using reactive gases is disclosed. The use of atmospheric pressure plasmas for treating wounds is also disclosed.

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