RECOMMENDATION FOR A SAFER TREATMENT OF WHITE PHOSPHORUS BURNS
Abstract
One to three per cent solutions of copper sulfate have been used in the treatment of wound areas of casualties suffering white phosphorus burns. Excessive copper absorption with acute toxicity reportedly has occurred in some cases where such solutions have been left in contact with appreciable areas of open wound for extended intervals of time. Laboratory tests suggest that 0.05 per cent copper sulfate is equally effective. Field trials are recommended.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Sep 20, 1967
- Accession Number
- AD0668020
Entities
People
- R. Quentin Blackwell