Antiseptics
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چکیده
Antiseptics are chemical products which are applied on live tissues in order to eliminate microorganisms potentially pathogenic, or to inhibit their growth. The selection of the antiseptic must be done according to the properties and the recommended uses of the product. This article describes the main antiseptics used in the clinical practice, paying attention to its range of activity, recommended uses and toxicity.
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عنوان ژورنال:
دوره 25 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2000