Finishing of Garments Customized for Radio and Chemotherapy Treatments of Cancer Patients

Abstract

ANCER treatment has been known to go on for months or even years for some people, so it is important to have the suitable clothing for this period according to the side effects of the treatment. In the current research paper, the authors focused on the requirements that should be taken in patients' clothes during treatment period. Cotton/polyester blended fabrics are finished and dyed in one bath in order to impart them antibacterial, UV protection as well as self-cleaning properties besides a dye. The finishing bath contained Chitosan, magnesium oxide and disperse dye. All measurements are included and discussed in detail.