Disinfection and Sterilization Using Plasma Technology: Fundamentals and Future Perspectives for Biological Applications.
Int J Mol Sci
; 20(20)2019 Oct 21.
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| ID: mdl-31640211
ABSTRACT
Recent studies have shown that plasma can efficiently inactivate microbial pathogens such as bacteria, fungi, and viruses in addition to degrading toxins. Moreover, this technology is effective at inactivating pathogens on the surface of medical and dental devices, as well as agricultural products. The current practical applications of plasma technology range from sterilizing therapeutic medical devices to improving crop yields, as well as the area of food preservation. This review introduces recent advances and future perspectives in plasma technology, especially in applications related to disinfection and sterilization. We also introduce the latest studies, mainly focusing on the potential applications of plasma technology for the inactivation of microorganisms and the degradation of toxins.
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Plasma
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Esterilização
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Desinfecção
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Humans
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En
Ano de publicação:
2019
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