Decontamination of Human and Rabbit Skin Experimentally Contaminated with ^99mTc Radionuclide Using the Active Components of “Shudhika”—a Skin Decontamination Kit

Abstract

Decontaminants of the study kit were effective in removal of localized radioactive skin contamination when water is ineffective for further decontamination. By using the chemical decontaminants of the study kit, the use of water and radioactive waste generation could be reduced. Cross-contamination could also be avoided. During radiologic emergencies where water may be radioactively contaminated, the study kit could be used.

Scintigraphic Evaluation of Decontamination Lotion for Removal of Radioactive Contamination From Skin

“…Stripping the dermal layer of skin with acid or surgically excising contaminated tissues may be necessary as the last resort to remove residual radionuclides. [20][21][22][23][24] Available liquid decontamination alternatives commonly target a limited set of radiocontaminants. None is expected to decontaminate the whole spectrum of radioactive agents.…”

“…It is generally agreed that skin decontamination can be achieved with soap and water, but contaminants will remain on exposed surfaces. Stripping the dermal layer of skin with acid or surgically excising contaminated tissues may be necessary as the last resort to remove residual radionuclides 20 24 Available liquid decontamination alternatives commonly target a limited set of radiocontaminants.…”