Antimicrobial compositions consisting of metallic silver combined with titanium oxide or tantalum oxide

作者： Peter R. Smith , Allin S. Pratt

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关键词: Chemical engineering 、 Antimicrobial effect 、 Oxide 、 Antimicrobial 、 Titanium oxide 、 Metal 、 Tantalum oxide 、 Inorganic chemistry 、 Materials science

摘要: An antimicrobial composition which includes silver as the antimicrobial agent also includes a hydratable or hydrated oxide as a promoter to enhance the antimicrobial effect. Such compositions may be used to coat appliances such as catheters or may be incorporated in bone cements.