June 7, 2021
The importance of topically applied skin antiseptics was first recognized and demonstrated by Ignaz Semmelweis in the mid-1800s when he first proposed handwashing with chlorinated lime by physicians. Since that time, use of skin antiseptics has become an important tool...
See BlogJune 1, 2021
ISO17664:2017[1] states that, where applicable, the following information with regards to the cleaning agent(s) should be included in the IFU; the “identification and concentration of chemicals required” and the “contact time of any cleaning agent used.” It also states that...
See BlogMay 27, 2021
Choosing a detergent will depend on a combination of three considerations: the device materials, the users, and the cleaning procedure. Reprocessing instructions When selecting a detergent, it is important that the label claim of the cleaning agent you wish to...
See BlogMay 19, 2021
FDA’s guidance on reprocessing re-usable medical devices[1] indicates that in addition to reprocessing instructions that allow for thorough cleaning, an appropriate microbicidal process should be in place. Which terminal processing step should be included will depend on the device’s potential...
See BlogMay 11, 2021
Before looking into the validation requirements of thermal disinfection, let’s first go a bit more into what thermal disinfection is and why you should consider having a thermal disinfection procedure in place. What is thermal disinfection? Thermal disinfection is defined...
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