In September 2026 Medivators patented foam formulations for keeping soiled medical instruments treated and moist before final cleaning.
Abstract
The invention describes foamable compositions that do not require a propellant for delivery that are useful to treat and moisten soiled medical instruments until final cleaning can be undertaken.
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"summary": "Medivators was granted a patent for propellant-free cleaning foams.",
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