Water for cleaning medical devices
Considering water as an essential element, its use occurs in several stages of processing: displacement of dirt through spraying in thermo-disinfec…
Course Category: Sterilization
Can you afford to ignore obsolescence?
Obsolescence has many hidden costs, but depending on the type, obsolescence can also yield benefits.
Chemical Indicators for monitoring sterilization processes: Part two
In this second article covering chemical indicators, we will examine the international standards for chemical indicators, how they are categorized,…
Comprehensive PM for surgical instruments
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Chemical Indicators for monitoring sterilization processes
Whichever and wherever a sterilization process is used, it must be validated and routinely monitored to ensure ongoing efficacy
The perfect solution: Understanding, assessing and selecting endoscope cleaning chemistries
The right cleaning chemistry is critical for successful endoscope cleaning. However, not all chemistries are equal.
Documentation do’s and don’ts for SPD quality
Discussing quality in Sterile Processing may seem vague and overwhelming. However, you do not have to be an industrial engineer to learn the ropes …
CSSD/SPD process improvement projects
As Sterile Processing & Distribution (SPD) departments all over the world evolve as one of the most key areas of hospitals and surgery centers,…
Unmasking Short Cycle sterilization
Most healthcare facilities are familiar with terminal sterilization and IUSS. However, the newer Short Cycle defies previous categories.
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Sterile processing mysteries: The story of the positive BI
We’ll take a closer look at how BIs work, and how you should use them to make sure your sterilization processes are working correctly.