Accession Number:

AD0838552

Title:

INVESTIGATION ON AREA DISINFECTION WITH BETA-PROPRIOLACTONE IN AEROSOL FORM

Descriptive Note:

Corporate Author:

ARMY BIOLOGICAL LABS FREDERICK MD

Personal Author(s):

• Husmann, Karl-Heinz

Report Date:

1965-02-17

Pagination or Media Count:

18.0

Abstract:

A report is presented on investigations dealing with the disinfectant action of a Beta-propiolactone aerosol on artificial germ aerosols of staphylococci and Coliphagens used as model viruses. In addition, the disinfectant effect of the aerosol along surfaces was tested. The article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of the aerolized substance, particularly in comparison to formalin, as well as its suitability in room disinfection.

Descriptors:

• *GERMICIDES
• TABLES(DATA)
• TRANSLATIONS
• STATISTICAL ANALYSIS
• STAPHYLOCOCCUS
• WEST GERMANY
• BACTERIAL AEROSOLS
• COLIPHAGE
• LACTONES

Subject Categories:

• Medical Facilities, Equipment and Supplies

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE