Challenging the six-hour recommendation for reprocessing sterilizable medical equipment

ConclusionNo association was identified between residual protein and holding time, nor between incidence of corrosion and holding time. The study thereby challenges the relevance of upholding the recommendation of a maximum wait of 6 h prior to reprocessing. The findings will potentially have an impact on the organization of reprocessing of surgical instruments in Denmark and internationally.
Source: Journal of Hospital Infection - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: research