Dakin solution
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Da·kin so·lu·tion
(dā'kin),a bactericidal wound irrigant.
Synonym(s): Dakin fluid
Dakin solution
(dāk′ĭn) [Henry D. Dakin, U.S. chemist, 1880–1952]
A dilute, neutral solution of sodium hypochlorite and boric acid. It was developed during World War I and is still used for cleansing wounds.
Dakin,
Henry Drusdale, U.S. chemist, 1880-1952.Dakin catheter
Dakin dressing
Dakin fluid - Synonym(s): Dakin solution
Dakin solution - a bactericidal wound irrigant. Synonym(s): Dakin fluid
Dakin tube
Dakin-Carrel treatment - Synonym(s): Carrel treatment