MINERAL TECHNOLOGIES (MT) FOR ACUTE HEMOSTASIS AND FOR THE TREATMENT OF ACUTE WOUNDS AND CHRONIC ULCERS

摘要

Compositions comprising clay minerals and methods for their use in promoting hemostasis are provided. The compositions comprise clay minerals such as bentonite, and facilitate blood clotting when applied to a hemorrhaging wound. Electrospun or electrosprayed materials (e.g. bandages, micron beads, etc.) which include clay minerals, and methods for the treatment of acute hemorrhage, are also provided.