Development of haemostatic decontaminants for the treatment of wounds contaminated with chemical warfare agents. 1: Evaluation ofin vitroclotting efficacy in the presence of certain contaminants

The treatment of penetrating, haemorrhaging injuries sustained within a hazardous environment may be complicated by contamination with toxic chemicals. There are currently no specific medical countermeasures for such injuries. Haemostats with an absorbent mechanism of action have the potential to simultaneously stop bleeding and decontaminate wounds. However, a primary requirement of a 'haemostatic decontaminant' is the retention of clotting...