LEAK GUARD
CHARACTERISTICS AND FEATURES: Leak Guard is an unique supplemental
fluid designed to prevent leakage of body fluids and to pull excessive
moisture from the body. Leak Guard combines an effective pore closer with
a proven moisture reducer and tissue hardener. Badly bloated bodies frequently
leak through the pores complicating their preservation and the lay-out
procedure. Leak Guard closes pores from within so that pore leakage is
eliminated. At the same time Leak Guard helps remove excessive moisture
from the tissue and firms it. To assist the preservation of the body a
non-formaldehyde (glutaraldehyde), but powerful, disinfectant is included
so that Leak Guard can be injected directly into tissue as well as used
in conjunction with an arterial fluid.
HOW TO USE THE FLUID: Frigid Fluid recommends that Leak
Guard be used with the last gallon or two of diluted fluid. It should be
added to the dilution water at 8 to 10 ounces per gallon, followed by 5
to 10 ounces per gallon of arterial fluid. For optimal disinfection 4 to
6 ounces of Water/Clot Guard should be added after the arterial fluid.
Injection is best at a low pressure and modest flow rate using a pulsator.
As each case will vary according to the condition of the body, the above
recommendations can be altered as professional judgment dictates. Leak
Guard can also be used to enhance the firming action of cavity fluids and
autopsy compounds. It is compatible with fluids containing less than 20%
alcohols.