This invention is related to the use of a volatile antimicrobial compound against pathogens affecting humans comprising contacting infected areas with an atmosphere containing an effective amount of a volatile antimicrobial compound in gaseous form. The volatile antimicrobial compounds provided include certain oxaborole compounds, for example benzoxaboroles. Delivery systems are provided to take advantage of the volatile nature of these antimicrobial compounds. The method and use disclosed can be combined with other volatile compounds.MÉTODO PARA COMBATIR PATÓGENOS QUE COMPRENDE PONER EN CONTACTO LAS ÁREAS INFECTADAS POR LOS PATÓGENOS CON UNA ATMÓSFERA QUE CONTIENE UNA CANTIDAD EFICAZ DE UN DERIVADO VOLÁTIL DE OXABOROL EN FORMA GASEOSA
