Patent number: 6521265
Abstract: A method of arresting the flow of blood and other protein containing body fluids flowing from an open wound and for promoting wound healing. In the method, a substantially anhydrous compound of a salt ferrate is provided for a unique use which, when hydrated after mixing with a victim's own blood or other aqueous media, produces Fe+++ thereby promoting clotting when applied in a paste form to the wound for a time sufficient to arrest substantial further blood and other body fluid flow from the wound. The compound is formed of a ferrate (VI) salt taken from the group consisting of H, Li, Na, K, Rb, Cs and Fr. However, to decrease or eliminate stinging sensation, the compound may be formed having a ferrate (VI) salt taken from the group consisting of Be, Mg, Ca, Sr, Ba, Ra, Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Ga, Ge, Zr, Nb, Mo, Tc, Ru, Rh, Pd, Ag, Cd, In, Sn, Hf, Ta, W, Re, Os, Ir, Pt, Au, Hg, TI, Pb, Bi, Al, As, NH4 and N(C4H9)4.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
June 13, 2000
Date of Patent:
February 18, 2003
Assignee:
Biolife, L.L.C.
Inventor:
James A. Patterson