Repeated hot water and steam disinfection of pari LC Plus ® nebulizers alters nebulizer output

In response, we thank Professor Millar and Ms. Bell for their interest in our article [1]. Our group and others have published on the ease of use and effectiveness of thermal based disinfection methods [2 –4]. We agree that additional studies are required before a final determination is made regarding the routine use of thermal disinfection. We are currently engaged in further examination of varied disinfection techniques and nebulizers to identify the most effective method that is user-friendly an d preserves optimal nebulizer function prior to making any definitive recommendations to the CF community.
Source: Journal of Cystic Fibrosis - Category: Respiratory Medicine Authors: Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: research