[Inactivation of HTLV-III/LAV by UV irradiation and chemical disinfection]

Klin Monbl Augenheilkd. 1986 Aug;189(2):154-7. doi: 10.1055/s-2008-1050774.
[Article in German]

Abstract

The principle and technical design of a simple UV sterilization device for applanation tonometer bodies is described. Time-dose relations effective against HTLV-III-LAV are given.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome / prevention & control
  • Disinfectants / pharmacology*
  • HIV / drug effects
  • HIV / radiation effects*
  • Humans
  • Organic Chemicals
  • Sterilization / instrumentation
  • Sterilization / methods*
  • Tonometry, Ocular / instrumentation*
  • Ultraviolet Rays*

Substances

  • Disinfectants
  • Organic Chemicals
  • Pantasept