Abstract: A gel composition including a sodium hypochlorite solution; at least one viscosity-enhancing agent; and at least one electrolyte is disclosed. Methods of making the composition, methods of disinfecting, and methods of treating are also disclosed.

Abstract: A small, handheld, microelectric, direct current generator with a low frequency modality is applied directly to a wound site through a composite wound covering or dressing. An electric potential difference is established between an anode and cathode of the composite wound dressing. Wound healing is facilitated by the biostimulatory effect of the applied microelectric current on adenosine triphosphate production (ATP), cell membrane transport of amino acids and protein synthesis. The microelectric currents applied through the composite wound dressing, promulgate antisepsis, interfere with the neurological transmission of pain signals and concomitantly stimulate the release of endorphins which helps to relieve the pain associated with wounds, ulcers and other tissue injuries.

Abstract: A highly absorptive, topical, dusting powder which contains two safe and effective antimicrobial agents such as chlorhexidine diacetate and chloroxylenol, sodium and potassium alumino silicate, a unique, odor-eliminating molecular sieve. The natural cornstarch base of the powder has been supplemented with Magnesium-L-Lactate for its anti-pruritic properties.

Abstract: An isolation/surgical face mask is treated with an odor absorbing, crystalline, siliceous molecular sieve material in order to reduce gaseous foul odors related to the biological, chemical or microbial decomposition of organic matter beyond the threshold of human sensory perception.

Abstract: A dressing for wounds or dermal ulcers. The dressing includes a semi-permeable, transparent polyurethane film and a plurality of concentric polyethylene foam rings or disks. Application of foam rings to a semi-permeable thin film permits modification of the moisture/vapor transmission characteristic of the wound dressing which can be adjusted to suit the wound environment.

Abstract: An EKG cable assembly includes monitoring circuitry for ascertaining whether a plurality of test leads, including a plurality of signal leads and at least one reference lead, are properly connected and operating. One embodiment of the circuitry includes a light emitting diode display differentially driven by amplifiers which continuously monitor test leads affixed to the skin of a patient. The monitoring circuitry and light emitting diode displays are housed in a cable connector that joins the test leads to a multiconductor cable leading to the EKG unit. The EKG monitoring circuitry in the cable connector verifies the integrity of a path of conductivity across the skin of the patient between signal and reference leads and detects any open circuit condition.